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Now that you and your spouse have decided to split, it’s time to rethink how you use Facebook. Not only will the communications with your spouse, family, and friends change as a result of your divorce, but what you say could end up in the hands of your spouse’s divorce lawyer. Be careful! Follow these …
We previously introduced you to the Elkins Family Law Task Force, a committee established by the Judicial Counsel of California to improve the efficiency of the California Family Law Courts. The Task Force set out to review the system as it is and has followed up with a series of recommendations for improvement. Much of …
Break ups and divorce are not something to laugh about, but there’s no denying that it feels good to find comedy in life, especially during stressful times. Humorous books, stand-up comedy, laughter clubs (yes, they do exist), and funny movies all present an opportunity for you to let go and have some fun. Don’t let …
Divorce is expensive and can be a major setback in reaching your financial goals. During this time you’ll need to make serious decisions about your current finances and your future. The following tips will help keep you on track and your divorce in order. Tip #1 – Look at Your Current Financial Situation Now that …
Six Ways to Protect Your Pocketbook Before, During, and After DivorceRead More
Ever read an article from a celebrity magazine or paper and wonder what all that legal jargon means? The following definitions explain many of the terms often used by reporters to describe celebrity divorce. Divorce Paperwork – TMZ reported that Charlie Sheen and wife, Brooke Mueller, have not “lawyered up” for a divorce, but the …
A Celebrity Divorce Dictionary – What the Celebrity Magazines Really Mean?Read More
Earlier this month, a Los Angeles County Superior Court judge ordered LA Dodgers owner, Frank McCourt, to pay his wife, Jamie McCourt, $637,159 in temporary spousal support on top of covering her lawyer’s fees. This monthly payment is meant to cover expenses related to the eight homes in her name plus living expenses. In the …
In May 2008, the Judicial Counsel of California established the Elkins Family Law Task Force to create ways to improve the efficiency and accessibility of the California Family Law Courts. This past April, the task force released its recommendations that show a promising shift in how California handles divorce. The report outlined 117 recommendations, which …
The Elkins Family Law Task Force: Making California Divorce FairRead More
According to an article on MSNBC.com, Americans spend $40 billion on their pets each year. This is proof that pet owners often consider their dog, cat, bird, etc. to be part of the family. During divorce, a conflict arises between the courts and the loving pet owners. When the parting spouses look to the court …
Have you seen the show “What Not to Wear” on TLC? In case you haven’t, the basic premise of the show involves two “fashionistas” who instruct an average dresser on the right and the wrong ways to dress. It would be wonderful if the show’s hosts took a trip to the Los Angeles Superior Courthouse …
Make Time for Your Kids this Summer School will be out before you know it, and that means it’s time to plan activities that you can do with your children over the summer. This list of ideas includes only inexpensive and local Southern California activities, since we want you to avoid the Disneyland Dad (or …
Activities for Divorced Parents in Southern CaliforniaRead More
Premarital agreements (also called prenuptial agreements) often have a negative connotation. However, we feel this is an unfair assessment. Premarital agreements can do many positive things for your marriage. If your marriage does end in divorce, it only helps protect you and your family financially. We have written a series of resource articles about premarital …
If some of the assets you are dividing as part of your divorce include a pension plan, then you will need an expert Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) drafter to create the document for you. This is imperative, since every pension plan is different and because a QDRO is not a neutral document. If you …
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