As of January 2014 the law with regard to child visitation has changed in the California courts! This is a landmark change and will affect both adults and children. One of our experienced Family Law Attorneys can help with this new law. Here are some of the factors that will be considered by the … Read more about Have you Helped Raise a Child and Now Want Visitation Rights?
How are Debts Paid in a California Probate?
When real estate or assets are in Probate in California, the Probate Lawyer must send a Notice of Probate to all creditors. Debt such as credit card debt, medical bills, car loans, money owed to the Department of Health Services, money owed to the State Franchise Tax Board and any other debt must … Read more about How are Debts Paid in a California Probate?
Clearing the Notes for a California Probate
The clearing of the notes can take place for any California Probate hearing and is an essential part of the Probate process. An experienced Probate Attorney is very familiar with the 'clearing of notes' and can handle this part of the Probate with ease. However, those who try to handle a … Read more about Clearing the Notes for a California Probate
What is Community Property in a California Divorce?
Sometimes it can be hard to understand what property is considered 'community' in a California Divorce and what is not. Here are some helpful guidelines: assets that were purchased during the marriage (from the date of marriage to the date of separation) are usually considered 'community' … Read more about What is Community Property in a California Divorce?
Adultery Law in a California Divorce
Adultery is a very upsetting occurrence in a marriage. In most cases, adultery signals the end of the marriage. In some cases, it is the starting point to a discussion of the problems that lead to adultery and a repair of the issues. However, most people feel that there should be a different … Read more about Adultery Law in a California Divorce
Two Ways to Sell Property in a Probate
A Probate is the transfer of assets from the decedent to heirs or beneficiaries. If the asset is a home, condo or other real estate and you want to sell, the monies from the sale would be used to pay administration costs which includes legal fees. In a California Probate, real estate can be sold … Read more about Two Ways to Sell Property in a Probate
Divorce with Children in Another Country
Divorce with children can be tricky especially when the children live in another country. If one parent lives in California, he/she can file for Divorce in this state. However, if the children live in another country, California will hold jurisdiction for child support, but not for custody & … Read more about Divorce with Children in Another Country
Want to Get Child Custody in California?
Often Child Custody is the first thing on the minds of parents when there is a split in their relationship. When parents are not married: One parent will need to file a Petition to Establish Parental Relationship. This petition, which is also called a Paternity Action, is used when there are no … Read more about Want to Get Child Custody in California?