Most people want to know how long it will take to finalize a Divorce in California. The answer to this question is not simple. In California the minimum time frame is 6 months and 1 day from the date of service. However, this is not the maximum time frame. There are a number of factors that … Read more about How Fast can a California Divorce be Finalized?
When a Parent Disappears with Child
There are times when a parent abandons the home and disappears with a child i.e. not saying where he/she will be living and/or how contact can be made. This is extremely stressful and may occur for a number of reasons. One reason that a woman may do this is due to a Domestic Violence situation in … Read more about When a Parent Disappears with Child
Action Steps if your Spouse Committed Bigamy
If you find out that your spouse is not divorced from a previous spouse i.e. committed Bigamy, you can: File for Annulment as Bigamy is a legal ground for Annulment If a Divorce is in progress and not completed, your spouse could complete the Divorce then you could remarry if desired If … Read more about Action Steps if your Spouse Committed Bigamy
Marriage when Spouse is Not Divorced
Why do people remarry when not Divorced? Bigamy (marrying when not divorced from a previous spouse) is illegal and can happen for a number of reasons: Mistaken beliefs: People mistakenly believe that the 6 month 'waiting period' for a California Divorce means that 6 months after filing for … Read more about Marriage when Spouse is Not Divorced
What is Community Property in California?
California is a 'community property' Divorce state. This means that assets as well as income that is earned or acquired during the marriage are shared equally. Community property includes real estate, retirement funds, investments and other assets as well as debts. Community property is … Read more about What is Community Property in California?
When It’s the First Time for Divorce
Most people who consider filing for Divorce are doing so for the first time. As in any first time event, they may not understand how Divorce works, their legal rights, the proposed time frame as well as the cost. The first step is to get educated. One can learn about Divorce by visiting court … Read more about When It’s the First Time for Divorce
Is a Male or Female Attorney Better?
Some people ask specifically for a male or female Divorce Attorney. The rationale is that a male may be tougher or conversely a female may be more sympathetic to women. It is certainly important to feel comfortable with the Attorney that is chosen and to feel that there is an understanding as to … Read more about Is a Male or Female Attorney Better?
So Your Spouse won’t Talk to You
There are times when one or both parties wish to Divorce or Legally Separate but one spouse refuses to speak with the other. This situation may involve children or it may not. However, the Divorce or Legal Separation can still be addressed and completed in court. The first step is to file for … Read more about So Your Spouse won’t Talk to You
