In California, child support isn’t determined by simple guessing. Courts strongly rely on statewide guidelines that are designed to fit the child’s financial needs from both parents. Many people assume that child support is randomly assigned and that there is no formal approach. Courts must follow the formal guidelines except in rare cases that are…
Military divorces are often complex since there are elements that civilians don’t encounter, specifically when it comes to benefits and long-term financial support. The 20/20/20 rule comes up and usually has misunderstandings surrounding it. What is the 20/20/20 Rule? The 20/20/20 rule is listed at the federal level that can be applied through certain military…
Fathers play an essential role in the lives of their children. Luckily, California state court recognizes that and actively works to protect it. While society indicates that courts favor the mother during custody cases, this has been deemed false in California. The courts’ focus is doing whatever is best for the sake of the children….
Once a divorce is finalized, all the progress you put into your estate plan can be undone if you fail to keep it updated. Even though this is a niche area of divorce, it’s still a very important one. Failing to keep it updated can give your ex-spouse power unintentionally. Ultimately, divorce does change more…
Unfortunately, divorce doesn’t just end when the judge signs off on it. Tax consequences can follow you for years if the process isn’t handled properly. When talking about divorce, people commonly assume that it has a sole impact on custody and property, when this is not the case. Many men overlook tax consequences, especially in…
Allegations that are made during divorce or custody proceedings can have impactful consequences both in the short and long term, which is why California courts take them seriously and require strict proof. Any allegations of abuse or neglect can drastically affect divorce and custody cases. Even allegations that are unproven could still result in temporary…
While we’d like to think that every divorce ends amicably, this is unfortunately not the case a lot of the time. Some tend to involve constant conflicts and disputes that forces the courts to get involved. These types of high conflict divorces can be draining both emotionally and financially so understanding the legal process and…
Relocation requests can dramatically impact a father’s relationship with his child. Even if there’s a move that occurs within California can change custody and visitation. Fathers should understand certain elements before responding or filing this type of request. What is a Move-Away or Relocation Request? A move-away or relocation request occurs when one parent tries…
Support orders can be complex and hard to navigate. It’s key to note that they are not always final, and California law allows modifications when circumstances change. Child and spousal support orders can in fact be changed after the divorce, and there are a few things to know before requesting these changes. The Legal Standard…