Key Probate Questions: Can You Videotape Your Will & How to Handle Estate for Minors in California In the State of California, it is the written (handwritten or typed) will that is honored. A video tape of a person talking about his or her wishes after...
In a previous post, we wrote about couples who come into my office and ask me whether we can represent both of them in their divorce. I understand wanting to find ways to reduce costs during what will be a draining process, legally, emotionally, and...
Sometimes couples who are on amicable terms will come into my office and ask whether I will represent both of them in their divorce. These couples usually believe they agree on all issues, and don’t want to waste money hiring their own respective attorneys. With a...
How are child support payments calculated in California? Child support payments are calculated based on a Court Commissioner of family law Judge’s estimation on total child care costs. Essentially, a family law Judge will have the final say in how much you must pay. A Family Law...
If you’re headed for divorce, one of the first things you’ll need to do is find a lawyer to help you through the process. You might ask family, friends, and colleagues for their recommendations, and inevitably, you’ll go online and do your own research. Getting...
Trusts are not only for the very wealthy. For years, a Will was the “go to” choice in how assets should be divided, but in some cases, the most popular choice may not be the best choice. A revocable living trust is a device that will...
Children are the main losers when their parents’ divorce, but child custody laws allow the child to benefit from both parents being active participants in the life of their child. Sadly, the reality surrounding child custody cases can get ugly. The ultimate goal is to...
Going through a divorce can be emotionally taxing for everyone involved: you, your spouse, your children and your close friends and family. No matter how amicable the divorce may be, there will be moments that try your patience, and tempt you to do things that you...
You can modify a California divorce decree if you have proof of a change in circumstances that have taken place since your divorce decree was granted, that were not anticipated, and such that it now causes the terms of your divorce decree to be unreasonable. As...
Where is King Solomon when you need him? A recent episode of a popular prime time medical show included a story line about a custody case involving a divorced parent who wanted to move to another state and take the child with her. The fact...
