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Estimate Your Spousal Support

Besides the heavy emotional strain and stress that can be caused by a California divorce, one of the largest and most impactful issues that divorce may have on both parties-is alimony. Alimony, a term that is interchangeable with spousal support, is an agreed upon sum of money that the more fully financially established spouse pays …

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Spousal Support In California

Spousal support, a phrase that is interchangeable with the term ‘alimony,’ is a monthly payment made from one spouse to the other after divorce. The purpose of spousal support/alimony is to ensure that the supported spouse may maintain the standard of living that they may have grown accustomed to during marriage. While tabloids and television …

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Father’s Right in California

It is a common misconception that courts will favor the mother as the custodial parent or even provide her with a larger time share with the child in cases involving child custody. It is important to be aware of the fact that the courts do not blindly award more custody to the mother in the …

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How Long Does Divorce Take in California

If you’re planning on filing for a divorce in the state of California, after you have made sure that you have fulfilled the residency requirements of one party living in the state for at least six months and the county you’re filing in for at least three months, you’re probably wondering how long the case …

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No Fault Divorce in California

If you are considering getting a divorce in the state of California, the phrase “No Fault Divorce” has probably come up in conversation or you may have come across it while you were doing some research. It is a fairly simple term to understand, but there is some basic information that you should be aware …

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How to Proceed with Mediation in California

If you are looking for a straightforward way to handle your divorce in the state of California, mediation is becoming an increasingly popular way to do so. More and more couples are choosing to go with mediation due to the fact that it promotes cooperation and good communication between all of the parties involved. It …

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Understanding California Spousal Support Guidelines

If you are about to go through a divorce and are concerned about spousal support, also known as alimony-either paying or receiving-there are a few things that you should know. If you are looking for a full rundown of all the particulars and intricacies that go into deciding spousal support in California, our divorce guide …

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Fathers and Children: Determining Custody Arrangements

Family law courts used to favor mothers undeniably when it came to decided child custody placement upon divorce. Since the 1970s however, courts changed their ruling basis to be in the best interest of the children. Even with that standard set in place, the mother will generally gain primary custody of the children in about …

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Understanding Alimony in California

One of the biggest areas of concern when going through a divorce is how much, and how long alimony will be awarded for. Alimony, also known as a spousal support award, is not a light decision. There are several factors that go into determining what the alimony payment will ultimately be when filing for divorce …

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Understanding Contempt in California

If you are pursuing a divorce in California, it is important to understand all aspects and possibilities that may arise during your proceedings. Under California Law, a party subject to a valid court order-with knowledge and the ability to comply with the order-who fails to comply with the terms of the order, is subject to …

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What Is The Difference Between Divorce And Legal Separation in California?

Divorce Is Final Divorce is final and a way for a couple to put closure on a relationship that has weathered too many storms to continue. After mediation, arbitration, or litigation, couples will no longer be married. Their property will be separated, support will be decided, and if there are children, custody orders will start …

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Getting Over A California Divorce

While the California divorce process is emotional, painful and often long, those feelings and realities don’t immediately dissolve once the divorce is finalized. It is completely natural to harbor angry, resentful feelings after a tough divorce, but thankfully there are ways to cope and move on with your new life.

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