Los Angeles Divorce Law Blog
What is minor’s counsel in California?
When families in California divorce, laws prohibit minors from speaking to the judge or in a court testimony. Instead, a neutral attorney called the minor's counsel will advocate for the child and represent his or her interests in the child custody case. If you are...
What should you do when served with a protective order?
Marriage often has at least a few tense moments; yours is likely no exception. Yet you may make the concerted effort to allow the emotions of such moments to overwhelm you and prompt you to act in ways you otherwise would not. Thus, following such an incident, you may...
What is grey divorce what causes it?
Older married couples are looked at as role models for maintaining a long, healthy relationship. That is why divorce among older people, sometimes referred to as grey divorce, is so upsetting to many. However, divorce among people in their 50s or older is a lot more...
Electronic child support payment changes: Is your employer ready?
California parents who pay child support have good reason to understand how electronic payments work to ensure support always reaches their children on time. Parents who make electronic child support payments through their employers should mark April 16, 2020, on...
Organize your finances before getting a divorce in California
How much it costs to get divorced varies by state. Many people expect higher losses in community property states because of the need to split property 50/50 in the absence of a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement. However, this is not always the case. The filing fees...
What should I do if accused of domestic violence?
If you are a situation where a previous or current partner of yours is accusing you of domestic violence, time is of the essence. Clearly, being charged with domestic violence is a serious issue on its own, but there is also the court of public opinion to consider. A...
Understanding child support decisions
Child support negotiations often cause friction between the parents. Knowing the California laws for child support and the expectations for payment is vital for a smooth process. Handling the situation amicably is not only good for the parents but for the child as...
Husband arrested 37 years after wife’s murder
The idea of being married to an ax murderer is typically one reserved for comedic fodder. Yet far too often, grisly crimes do occur between married couples. Often such crimes are not singular events, but rather the culmination of years of domestic abuse in Torrance....
How can I cope with domestic violence?
Even if you've successfully gotten away from a domestic violence situation, you might still find yourself experience the emotional effects. Without the right assistance, these effects can last a lifetime and may even negatively impact your life in other ways. If...
Does joint legal custody mean we always have to agree?
Especially around the holidays, differences in parenting styles can show up more clearly than ever before. Maybe you have strong feelings about the religious celebration of Christmas while your former spouse focuses more on visiting Santa Claus at the Galleria at...
