What Is the Difference Between Legal Guardianship & Legal Custody

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In certain instances people might substitute the term “legal guardianship” and “legal custody” for one another. However, these two terms are not interchangeable and in fact have different definitions in the family law legal realm. 

The difference between custody and … Read More

4 Helpful Tips to Navigate a Divorce in Southern California

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Southern California is home to some of the highest divorce rates in the country. Between the counties of San Diego, Los Angeles and Orange Counties, the southern portion of the state has much higher rates of divorce than the national … Read More

How Much Do I Have to Pay for Child Support In Florida?

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If you’ve ever gone through a divorce with children, it’s quite likely that you or your ex-spouse have had to pay child support as a result of a court order. However, if you’re curious about how much you have to … Read More

5 Questions To Ask Yourself When Considering Divorce

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While most couples go into a marriage with the hopes it will last forever, unfortunately, most do not. It is estimated that 40 to 50 percent of marriages in the United States end in divorce. Over time, new lifestyle factors … Read More

How to Adjust Your Estate Plan After a Divorce

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Nobody expects a divorce – no matter how many years you have been intertwined with your significant other, it may seem that bond is severed overnight. One of the most important things you can do during this painful time is … Read More

Reasons to Avoid a Messy Divorce

| Ericka

Most of us have heard of messy divorce stories. Drawn out court battles that leave both sides bitter and angry are what many people anticipate when going into divorce court. Since this option can be expensive and lead to many … Read More

How to Select The Right Divorce Attorney

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Getting a divorce is emotionally and financially challenging, even when all parties involved cooperate fully. A divorce is not an end all solution. You and your spouse will still need to communicate, especially if children are involved. For these reasons … Read More

Judge Orders Destruction Of Frozen Embryos

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For the first time, a state judge in California addressed a contest over the outcome of frozen embryos after a couple’s divorce by ordering the destruction of five embryos after a man contested his ex-wife’s right to use them post … Read More

Changing the Locks During a Divorce

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In most states, you are legally allowed to change the lock on your house at any time you want. However, this doesn’t automatically entitle you to exclusive property rights. When two people are married, they have equal rights to the … Read More