The Court Ordered a Custody Evaluation. What Happens Now?
A practical guide to child custody evaluations in Sacramento and Placer County family law, including CCRC, Family Code §§ 3111 and 3118, and Evidence Code § 730 evaluations The short...
I Bought the House Before We Got Married. How Much Does My Spouse Get in a California Divorce?
How the Moore/Marsden Rule Divides Pre-Marital Property in Sacramento and Placer County Divorces The short answer If you bought your home before marriage and the two of you paid the...
How to Characterize Assets Acquired During Marriage. A Guide for Sacramento and Placer County Divorce.
Sacramento County divorce attorneys regularly confront property division disputes, particularly when determining whether marital assets acquired during marriage are considered community or separate property. Whether the issue involves real estate,...
How Do Sacramento and Placer County Courts Determine Temporary Spousal Support?
Experienced Sacramento and Placer County divorce attorneys understand that temporary spousal support shapes long-term financial realities in a divorce. The initial support order often sets the precedent for future financial...
Child Support & Job Loss in Sacramento: 5 Key Facts About Income Imputation
Can Sacramento Parents Quit Work to Avoid Child Support? As experienced family law attorneys practicing in Sacramento and Placer Counties, we see this issue frequently: can a parent legally quit...
Can Community Debt Payment be Spousal Support? Understanding California Law on Divorce and Joint Debts
In Sacramento and throughout California, family courts are often asked to weigh financial fairness in divorce, especially when one spouse is saddled with paying off shared debts. Divorce can be...
How Courts Decide Child Support Responsibility in California
Understanding A Parent’s Duty to Pay Child Support in California Child support in California is a court-enforced financial obligation that reflects every parent's legal and moral duty regardless of relationship...
Avoid Common Pitfalls in Family Law: Tips for Self-Represented Parties in Sacramento and Placer Counties
Managing a family law case in California can feel intimidating, especially for individuals who choose to represent themselves, commonly called "pro pers”. While taking a DIY approach may seem like...
How Sacramento and Placer County Attorneys Modify Spousal Support Orders: A Step-by-Step Guide
Spousal support, formerly known as alimony, is a key component of many divorce settlements and judgments in California. However, changes in financial circumstances may require adjustments to existing spousal support...
Proven Strategies by Sacramento and Placer County Custody Attorneys: 15 Top Tips for Mediation Success
How to Prepare for Child Custody Mediation In Sacramento and Placer County. In every disputed child custody case, the court mandates Child Custody Recommending Counseling (CCRC) before issuing permanent custody...