In California, if one spouse, 'the petitioner', files for Divorce, does the other spouse, 'the respondent', have to leave the communal home? The simple answer is 'NO'. The 'respondent' has a choice: to voluntarily leave the home to stay in the home to file a restraining order if there is … Read more about Divorce & Leaving the Communal Home in California
The Truth about Child Custody When There is No Existing Order
Both parents may want physical custody of the child when they have just split up. In this case there is no existing court order for custody and no time frame where one parent has the child. It is always best if the parents can agree on who will have physical custody or if joint custody is an … Read more about The Truth about Child Custody When There is No Existing Order
The Truth about Child Custody
Some people feel that the court is biased when it comes to Child Custody issues. They may feel that the mother is favored and that the father doesn't get a chance at custody. The truth, with regard to child custody, is that the courts look at what is in the best interest of the child. If the … Read more about The Truth about Child Custody
How to Find an Affordable California Divorce
Divorce in California can be affordable! An affordable Divorce would have the following characteristics: would involve an experienced Divorce Lawyer would offer a flat fee so you know exactly how much you will spend will explain the services that are being offered for the price An … Read more about How to Find an Affordable California Divorce
Flat Fee Divorce in California
Some Divorce Lawyers, like those at the Legal Action Workshop Law Firm, offer a 'flat fee' model for Divorce in California. This is in contrast to the 'hourly-retainer' model that most Family Law Attorneys use. The 'hourly-retainer' model is not affordable for most people. It also does not allow … Read more about Flat Fee Divorce in California
How to Prevent Common Problems in a California Divorce
A California Divorce can present unforeseen problems. There are solutions to most common problems and there are ways to prevent these problems from occurring. Here are some ways to prevent common problems: agree as to which person should be the petitioner; remember, the person chosen should be … Read more about How to Prevent Common Problems in a California Divorce
Having Trouble Seeing Your Children?
Is the other parent not allowing you to see your children? If you have an existing California court order for child custody & visitation and it is specific, you can ask the police to enforce the order or you can file a Contempt order which would address the non-compliance of the other parent. … Read more about Having Trouble Seeing Your Children?
A California County Child Support Case
When a parent has filed a Child Support case with the Department of Child Support Services the District Attorney will initiate legal proceedings for the collection of child support. The Child Support portion of the case usually stays with the District Attorney's office even as a Divorce or a … Read more about A California County Child Support Case
