What is Limited Scope and How is it Used in California?

In California, the 'limited scope' law can be used for both family law and civil matters .  This law basically gives lawyers the ability to help people with partial or specific legal tasks, based on a contractual agreement, and charge a flat fee for the service.  Limited scope can be used for family … Read more about What is Limited Scope and How is it Used in California?

How to Change Child Custody, Visitation and Support

If there is an existing action such as a Divorce, Legal Separation or Paternity Action, you may file an Order to Show Cause for temporary orders for child custody, visitation and support.  These orders can be modified at the Divorce, Legal Separation or Paternity Action trial or by subsequent Orders … Read more about How to Change Child Custody, Visitation and Support

How Do I Get Child Support?

There are several ways to request Child Support: file a Petition to establish child custody, visitation and support if married file a Divorce or Legal Separation and then file an Order to Show Cause for temporary child support if married file a Department of Child Services support case … Read more about How Do I Get Child Support?

When it comes to a California Divorce, It’s the Process that Counts

When it comes to politics, it's 'the economy'...and, likewise, when it comes to Divorce, 'it's the process'!  In fact, 'the process' is the most important part of a California Divorce.  It's also the part that is seldom discussed! Document services go to great lengths to talk about the Divorce … Read more about When it comes to a California Divorce, It’s the Process that Counts

The Problem with Filing a California Divorce without Legal Help

A prospective client said it well when he emailed us regarding his California divorce: "I have filed for divorce in person, and have received a case number, and that is pretty much it!  Unfortunately, I have realized that there are a lot of tricky paperwork involved and I don't have the time, … Read more about The Problem with Filing a California Divorce without Legal Help

The California Divorce Process vs. the Divorce Forms

Many people don't realize how difficult it is to get a divorce through the California courts. Some people make the assumption that if the paperwork is correct, the divorce process should be fairly easy.  This is simply not true! A prospective client called our firm just yesterday.  He told me … Read more about The California Divorce Process vs. the Divorce Forms

How Does Legal Action Workshop Compare with Document Services?

It is very important to understand what document services say and what they do not say.  A very well advertised document service offers it's uncontested divorce for $299.  Here's what they tell you: you will get legal documents prepared; a marital settlement agreement is included the filing … Read more about How Does Legal Action Workshop Compare with Document Services?

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