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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, …

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Marriage in California is a valid civil contract between a man and a woman who are both free and capable …

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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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The short answer is ‘more than you may think‣. Consider the case of In Re Marriage of Holtemann. In this …

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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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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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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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Some of the complications arise in the family law environment from passport and visa problems. That is particularly true where …

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In the not too distant past, your chance of holding an evidentiary hearing in Court was slim and none (better …

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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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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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Often, when a party appears in Court In Propria Persona (representing oneself), the objective or goal one wishes to achieve …

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For many former stay-at-home spouses, purchasing a home after divorce can feel overwhelming. Questions about creditworthiness, down payment requirements, and …

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