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What Is A Valid Marriage Contract In California
Marriage in California is a valid civil contract between a man and a woman who are both free and capable …
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WHAT DOES “WHEN” MEAN?
This article comments upon the recent Court decision in the case of In re Marriage of Schu (2014), Cal.App.4th [No. …
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What Do Estate Planners And Dissolution Attorneys Have In Common
The short answer is ‘more than you may think‣. Consider the case of In Re Marriage of Holtemann. In this …
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Voted The Best Family Law Firm
Thank you, Santa Clarita, for your continued confidence and support in voting The Reape-Rickett Law Firm the Best Family Law …
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Income and Expense Declaration for Child/Spousal Support
Many times I’ve heard the following: “OK, I’ve filled out the Income and Expense Declaration Form (FL-150) and given it …
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Terms That Could Undermine Your Prenuptial Agreement
There are some things you can’t or simply should not include in a premarital agreement. Some will simply be unenforceable, …
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Summer Travel Legal Agenda
Some of the complications arise in the family law environment from passport and visa problems. That is particularly true where …
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So You Want To Have A Hearing
In the not too distant past, your chance of holding an evidentiary hearing in Court was slim and none (better …
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Self Improvement
Although it is normal to feel stressed when going through a divorce, de-stressing your life through productive means can help …
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Our New Calabasas Location!
It is with great excitement that The Reape-Rickett Law Firm announces our Calabasas office has grown and relocated to 5010 …
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How To Change The Judge’s Mind
Often when a party appears in Court In Propria Persona (representing one’s self), the objective or goal one wishes to …
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How Do I Purchase My Own Home?
How Do I Purchase My Own Home? Do I Need Great Credit? Do I Need a Large Down …
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How Creative Can You Be When Alleging Fraud In An Attempt To Seek An Annulment?
If your spouse turns out to be a different person than you expected as you walked down the aisle on …
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How Can I Ensure My Premarital Agreement Is Enforceable In California?
Unfortunately, the enforceability of a premarital agreement is only determined at the time it becomes necessary – after one party …
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Hope for a Successful School Year
Summer is in full swing but a new school year is just around the corner. For many families in the …
