Divorce proceedings can be multi-faceted and involve multiple areas of potential dispute. From an initial break up, issues arise with …

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No-fault divorce represents a major change in how family law processes divorce in America. More than twenty years ago, California …

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The massive overhaul of the US Tax Code passed earlier this year included a very significant change that will take …

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Last week’s SCOTUS decisions in United States v. Windsor, 570 U.S. (2013), the court found part of the Defense of Marriage Act …

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The California Family Code governs critical aspects of family law, including divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, and asset …

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The United States Supreme Court affirmed a finding by the state of Washington’s Supreme Court that a parent has a …

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The most dangerous time in an abusive relationship is likely to be when the victim leaves or tries to leave. …

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Can domestic violence impact custody and visitation? Current law states that custody should be granted according to the best interest …

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Can you sue someone for emotional distress? If this is what bothers you, then read this article to get your …

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James, the adoptive father of Kathleen, filed a lawsuit against Kathleen’s therapist, alleging that he was wrongfully accused of sexually …

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