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California family law changes, and so do the questions families bring to it. Our collection of blogs offer perspective from attorneys who practice this area every day, covering divorce, custody, support, and the legal developments that affect your case.

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Browse recent articles on divorce, custody, support, and the decisions that shape family law cases across California.

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What You Need to Know About Divorce After 50

Divorce after 50 involves unique financial and emotional challenges around retirement assets, healthcare coverage, and starting over later in life,…

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8 Essential Insights for Successful Co-Parenting
8 Essential Insights for Successful Co-Parenting—and How to Make It Work

Successfully navigating co-parenting requires much more than splitting time and managing schedules. It demands a commitment to clear communication, mutual…

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Navigating the Divorce Process in California: Contested vs. Uncontested – Which Path is Right for You?
Navigating the Divorce Process in California: Contested vs. Uncontested – Which Path is Right for You?

Divorce can be one of the most difficult and emotionally charged experiences in life. Understanding the difference between contested and…

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8 Things You Need to Know About a California Divorce
8 Things You Need to Know About a California Divorce

Divorce in California is a no-fault process, which means you don’t have to prove any wrongdoing to end your marriage….

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The Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) and How They Apply in Family Law

The Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) are various factors in our lives that influence the quality of our health. These…

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How to Get What You Want from the Family Law Judge

Your judge is human. They do not know your family or situation beyond what you present in court. It is…

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Rebutting the Presumption Against Custody in Domestic Violence Cases

There is a legal presumption that a parent who commits domestic violence should not have custody of a minor child….

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Domestic Violence and Custody: What You Need to Know

If a parent has been found to have committed domestic violence against any of the following individuals, there is a…

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I am a Victim of Domestic Violence and CPS Just Took My Kids

This situation occurs more often than many people realize. To clarify, Child Protective Services (CPS) does not remove children from…

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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and How They Apply in Family Law

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are traumatic incidents experienced during childhood that significantly shape how individuals navigate the world as adults….

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8 Things You Need to Know About a California Divorce
My Spouse Owned a House Before We Were Married, But We Paid for it During Marriage: How do I Determine My Share?

In California family law, if a spouse owns property prior to marriage, that property remains their separate property after marriage….

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Alternative to Family Court: Arbitration

Arbitration is sometimes a more effective alternative to court action for family disputes. Using alternative dispute resolution approaches, such as…

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