by EDAlawoffice1 | Feb 20, 2015 | Child Custody, Divorce Success
Many divorcing couples have this challenge. There is no legal basis in California for the Court to order a parent to pay for the child’s college education. However, if the parents reach an agreement regarding this issue, and that agreement is properly included in the...
by EDAlawoffice1 | Dec 12, 2014 | Child Custody, Divorce Success
Call your friend you have not talked to in forever. Volunteer. You know the drill. Your kids’ school, food bank, church. They are all waiting for you. Gifts. Give the barista and your dry cleaner $20.00 with a note from you. You will make their year. Go to the...
by EDAlawoffice1 | Nov 24, 2014 | Child Custody, Divorce Success
When determining the correct amount of spousal and child support in California the court considers many factors, including irregular and unpredictable income. In most cases when the supporting or supported person receives income over their base salary the court...
by EDAlawoffice1 | Aug 22, 2014 | Child Custody, Divorce Success
In California, it is relatively easy to change your name at the time the divorce Judgment is entered. Family Code Section 2080 provides that the Court shall restore the birth name or former name of a party upon request. It is your choice. Your soon-to-be ex-spouse has...
by EDAlawoffice1 | Jul 18, 2014 | Child Custody, Divorce Success
You and your spouse are getting a divorce. Together you have a couple of wonderful children. You cannot agree on much of anything. You both would like to stay living in your home. You do not want to pay spousal support but your spouse is demanding it. You think your...
by EDAlawoffice1 | Jul 7, 2014 | Child Custody, Divorce Success, Uncategorized
In California a dissolution of marriage (i.e. divorce) is most often based on irreconcilable differences. The only other basis is incurable insanity which is rarely used. The issue of fault is not considered in determining if a divorce should be granted. In 1969 the...