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How a new California law helps protect victims of stalking

December 22, 2024 | Firm News, Legal Services

Technology can be both beneficial and damaging for those experiencing domestic violence. Advances in technology make it easier for people to educate and protect themselves. They can also document what they experience by recording video footage of incidents or taking pictures of injuries. Unfortunately, those…

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Can I File for Divorce in San Diego if My Spouse Lives in Another Country or State?

November 15, 2024 | Divorce, Firm News, Legal Services

Filing for divorce can be a challenging process, especially when your spouse resides in a different state or country. A key consideration in any divorce is ensuring the court has jurisdiction, or the legal authority, to hear your case and make decisions about it. If…

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Understanding California Marvin Actions: A Crucial Overlooked Area of Law

October 18, 2024 | Contracts, Divorce, Firm News

In the world of law, certain types of cases fall between the lines of different practice areas. One such example is the California Marvin Action, a civil action that many San Diego family law attorneys do not handle because it resembles civil litigation, while many…

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Entendiendo las Acciones Marvin en California: Un Área Crucial y Pasada por Alto del Derecho

October 18, 2024 | Español, Firm News

En el mundo del derecho, ciertos tipos de casos se encuentran en la intersección de diferentes áreas de práctica. Un ejemplo de ello es la Acción Marvin en California, una acción civil que muchos abogados de derecho familiar no manejan porque se asemeja a litigios…

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Major Changes to California Family Code 4061 Effective September 2024

September 18, 2024 | Child Support, Firm News

Child Support Add-Ons Now More Tailored to Your Situation Starting September 1, 2024, California Family Code 4061 is undergoing a significant update that will impact how child support add-ons are calculated. Prior to this change, courts generally divided child support add-ons—such as childcare, educational expenses,…

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Preparing for Family Court Services (FCS)

July 23, 2024 | Child Custody, Divorce, Firm News

Mastering Your Child Custody and Visitation Motion: The Crucial Role of FCS Mediation When preparing for your child custody and visitation motion, you likely focus on gathering evidence, preparing paperwork, and drafting declarations. However, one crucial aspect often overlooked is what I consider the most…

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El Papel Crucial de la Mediación de FCS

July 23, 2024 | Child Custody, Divorcio, Español, Firm News

Dominando su Moción de Custodia y Visitas de Menores: El Papel Crucial de la Mediación de FCS Cuando se prepara para su moción de custodia y visitas de menores, es probable que se concentre en recopilar pruebas, preparar la documentación y redactar declaraciones. Sin embargo,…

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Can your mental health affect child custody in your divorce?

January 30, 2024 | Child Custody, Divorce, Firm News

If you are a parent facing a divorce with children, you may have many concerns about what the outcome of your case will be, especially child custody. While this depends on many factors, including the quality of the relationship that you currently have with your…

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Is divorce your New Year’s Resolution?

December 14, 2023 | Divorce, Firm News

If you’re thinking about starting the new year off “newly single” again, you’re far from alone. Research indicates that January is one of the most popular months for people to initiate a divorce. Most of the time, a divorce is a foregone conclusion in November…

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Protecting your assets if a high – asset divorce process is imminent

October 21, 2023 | Divorce, Firm News

When a marriage is headed toward divorce, especially in high-asset situations, it’s crucial to consider the protection of a couple’s assets. Safeguarding your financial interests during a high-stakes and complicated divorce process can enable you to secure your financial future. After all, you want to…

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