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Can you modify a child support order in California?
In California, child support orders are not permanently in place. However, to change one, you must present an argument to sufficiently prove it is necessary. The court requires any parent petitioning for a change of support to meet certain criteria. How do you modify...
Not paying child support can negatively affect your life
According to the Census Bureau, the percentage of children in the United States living with two parents decreased from 85% in 1968 to 70% in 2020. Many of these children live with just one parent as a result of divorce. Child support is a legal obligation that...
Navigating parental alienation during divorce
Divorce can be a challenging and emotionally tumultuous time for all involved, especially when there are children. In some cases, one spouse may engage in a behavior known as parental alienation, where they attempt to estrange the children from the other parent....
Different types of alimony in California
Alimony, also known as spousal support, plays a significant role in many California divorces. The purpose of alimony is to ensure that both spouses can maintain a similar standard of living after the marriage ends. In California, the courts may award several different...
What factors affect child custody in California?
Family separation is especially difficult for children. However, extended custody battles exacerbate their mental and emotional distress. To accelerate your custody battle, these are the factors that can impact child custody in California. Stability Your separation...
Can a forensic accountant help with your divorce?
The divorce process includes requirements for both parties to submit financial affidavits that detail assets, liabilities and current income details. These forms contribute to the determination of asset distribution, child support and even alimony. They are legal...
How do courts determine child support in California?
Determining child support is a big reason why couples getting divorced go to court, and there are several factors that determine how much child support one former spouse might have to pay to the other. There are many considerations to make regarding financial support...
How courts determine spousal support in California
Spousal support in divorce cases eases the financial transition from dual-income to single-income households or helps a stay-at-home spouse while they establish a new household and find work. If you wonder how courts determine spousal support amounts, there are...
When your child custody agreement needs modification
After finalizing a divorce and child custody settlement, it is important to know that you can modify the custody order if something ever changes. Understand the most common reasons for child custody changes so that you know when to consider taking your situation to...
How may a divorce court divide community property in California?
The assets and debts couples acquire while married classify as community property. As noted by the California Courts website, community property belongs to both spouses equally. Shared assets include household income and retirement plans even if only one spouse worked...