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Understanding spousal support
Couples getting ready to work through the divorce process may be wondering what each is going to walk away with. One of the things often up for discussion is spousal support, or alimony, which is often paid by one spouse to the other. It’s not something offered in every divorce case in San Francisco, and the court will look at certain […]
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Child custody problems during the holidays
If you could have perfectly timed your divorce, you may have scheduled it as far from a holiday season as possible. In reality, you may have been more focused on obtaining a fair and swift settlement rather than trying to schedule proceedings for the most convenient time. Navigating the holidays after a recent divorce may […]
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Property division during a divorce can get confusing
When a marriage comes to an end, there are many things a couple has to sort through. One of the main concerns in a divorce revolves around marital property division, which can be rather complex and confusing. In San Francisco and the rest of the state, that means all property owned equally by both parties […]
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How a judge is likely to determine child custody
The standard that overrides everything else when it comes to children in a divorce is what is in the children’s best interests. San Francisco parents can be sure this is the yardstick a family court judge will use to determine child custody. Issues that deal with child custody can often seem overwhelming and confusing, so it […]
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Mediation: Is it better to settle a divorce out of court?
Many divorcing couples would do anything not to have to face each other in court, battling out their issues. If couples in San Francisco can agree there might be better ways than allowing a judge to make decisions for them, they might be open to alternatives such as mediation. Having said that, there may be some couples who can’t […]
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The roll of 730 evaluations in child custody matters
Mental health evaluations may be necessary in certain instances when making decisions regarding children. Child custody determinations are made with children’s best interests in mind. To ascertain what those best interests are, a family court judge in San Francisco may order what are called 730 evaluations. A court mediator or a parents can also request […]
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Protecting children amid a divorce
When a marriage has got to the point where communication in nonexistent and nothing within the union is reparable, spouses may decide it’s time for them to go their separate ways. If San Francisco couples who decide to divorce have children, parents need to be on the same page when making decisions that affect them. […]
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Mistakes in divorce you’ll want to avoid
Has a primary issue of contention in your marriage been finances? If you and your spouse often fight about money, you’re definitely not alone in your struggle. Many spouses in California and throughout the country can no doubt relate to your experience. If you wind up filing for divorce, your financial disagreements might follow you […]
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Debunking the misinformation about prenups
Getting ready to say “I do” comes with a lot of preparation in most cases. San Francisco couples are caught up in planning and rarely have time to think about anything else, especially not about a prenuptial agreement. No couple marries thinking about divorce, but there should be some planning for the unexpected and that […]
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How a 401(k) cash out can help in a divorce
When a California married couple decides to part ways, there are typically numerous financial issues that must be resolved in order to achieve a fair settlement. In many cases, a divorce might create a need for a spouse to start all over, including finding employment that generates enough income to pay rent or a down […]
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