What is a Family Law Trial?
A trial is a full hearing concerning disputed issues involving witnesses and other admissible evidence. At the end of the trial, the judge will make a ruling. Hughes Law Group...
Is what I tell a divorce lawyer confidential?
This is a common question we get at Hughes Law Group. Tell your divorce attorney your true concerns and be candid with your goals and your reasons. It is essential...
What issues can be resolved in a California divorce?
The Family Court is a Court of limited jurisdiction. It does not involve all disputes between married persons. In general, the Family Court is limited to resolving issues of child...
I am in a Covenant Marriage. Can I get a California Divorce?
California does not differentiate between valid types of marriage when granting a Divorce or Legal Separation. Three states (Arkansas, Arizona, and Louisiana) have a special marriage distinction which restricts reasons...
How does a California Court determine the “Date of Separation” in a divorce case?
Date of Separation The “date of separation” is very important for community property purposes, because property acquired after the date of separation is not subject to the legal presumption that...
Hughes Law Group – Producers of Sacramento French Film Festival 2020
"THE REGION'S PREMIER FILM EVENT"Carla Meyer - Sacramento Bee Art bring us joy and builds needed understanding between cultures. It strengthens us socially and educationally; benefits that persist even in...
Congratulations to Gabriella Anzelc – Winner of the 2019 Hughes Law Group Non-Pro Championship In Rancho Murieta.
Hughes Law Group is proud to have sponsored and encouraged young equestrians sports for over ten years. The emotional communication of horses creates confidence, social skills and teaches self-discipline. On...
Proper Child Support Calculation
You are entitled to Statewide Guideline Child Support orders calculated properly. We understand the calculation program as well as the common pitfalls caused by improper input. As examples: Imputation of...
Property Division and other Financial Litigation – Constantly Evaluate Genuine Settlement Value
Does it make any sense to incur $5,000.00 in attorneys fees for the chance of collecting $4,000.00 from your former spouse or partner? Not unless you are assured that your...
Our Position on Initial Custody Requests
Clients hire attorneys that they believe will increase their likelihood of “winning” and who also reflect the client’s philosophical viewpoint. If you don’t agree with ours, ask yourself if you...