Divorce presents many traps for the unwary, as illustrated by the recent case, People v. Gill, which has some interesting …
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Divorce presents many traps for the unwary, as illustrated by the recent case, People v. Gill, which has some interesting …
Continue reading “Burglarizing Your Own Home? It Can Happen If You Are Getting A Divorce”

In the case, In Re Marriage of Walker, unpublished opinion of District 6 (Filed January 10, 2012), the Court answered …
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Considering the possibility of a looming divorce is daunting, regardless of the specifics of your situation. The process involves numerous …
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Everyone knows, even in a general sense, that when you are involved in a legal dispute, you are entitled to …
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In the very recent appellate decision, In Re Marriage of Sorge (Court of Appeals of California, Fourth District, Division One, …

This is a question asked in nearly every dissolution case. Typically, there is a “breadwinner” in the family and the …
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Marital dissolution is a complex process involving emotional, legal, and financial dimensions. While some cases are straightforward, others, especially those …
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Wondering when a good time is to bring up the issue of a prenuptial agreement? Maybe there really is no …
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Parties to a dissolution of marriage are bound by law to disclose all material facts relating to income or expenses …
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The way you present yourself in court can significantly influence perceptions, both from judges and jurors. Whether you’re a plaintiff, …
