Default Divorce in California

Most of the time we don’t think about divorce as a solitary endeavor… Most of the time, both spouses are active participants in settling their joint disputes. But sometimes, however, this isn’t the case. If one person fails to respond to divorce proceedings, the court...

Do I Have to Pay Alimony?

If you’re like many people, you’re wondering, “Do I have to pay alimony?” Because California allows one spouse to ask the other for alimony – commonly called spousal support – during a divorce, it’s a fairly common question. So will you...

Child Custody Move-Away: What You Need to Know

If you’re involved (or about to become involved) in a child custody move-away case, you may want to work with a Certified Family Law Specialist who can help you. That’s because these types of cases can be incredibly complicated, and you want to work with an attorney...

Creating a Joint Custody Schedule That Works for Your Family

When you share joint custody with your children’s other parent, you’re both entitled to time with your kids. The best way to handle this shared custody agreement is through a joint custody schedule that works for each of you. So where do you start? What is a Joint...

Failure to Pay Alimony in California

When you divorce your spouse in California, the judge in your case might order one of you to pay the other spousal support. Spousal support – commonly called alimony – is a fixed sum of money that one spouse pays the other so that the recipient can get back on their...