Marriage Annulment in CA

Marriage Annulment in CA

In the realm of family law, marriage annulment is one of those oft’ misunderstood concepts—probably because it’s not used very much.  Similar to divorce, an annulment makes a declaration about the legal status of a marriage. Unlike divorce, however, annulment doesn’t...
Adoption in CA

Adoption in CA

Parenthood comes with a lot of challenges; however, it can also be incredibly rewarding. Which is why some couples choose to adopt if they can’t have kids of their own.  Adoption is not the same thing as guardianship. Unlike guardianship, adoption changes the legal...
What is Temporary Guardianship?

What is Temporary Guardianship?

Sometimes parents are either unable—or unwilling—to care for their child. In these situations, it might be necessary for the court to appoint another adult to carry out their responsibilities.  This adult/child relationship is referred to as a “guardianship.” If the...
What is a Divorce Decree?

What is a Divorce Decree?

In the legal world, marriage isn’t about romance. Quite simply, it’s a contract; an agreement made between two people who want to be seen as a single entity in the eyes of the law. This contract binds the couple’s finances and interests, and offers certain protections...
What is a DVRO?

What is a DVRO?

In 2018, nearly 35% of California women (and over 30% of men), reported that they’d experienced some kind of intimate partner physical violence. During this time, domestic violence accounted for 20% percent of all violent crimes, and a staggering 65% of all...