Category Archives: Modification Order
Financial Advice for Single Parents
According to the Department of Agriculture, raising a child in 2010 cost $226,920 on average. According to the 2006 Census data, there are more than 13 million parents who raise a child solo, which cannot be an easy task financially … Continue reading
How to keep a relationship with the kids after a divorce
Divorce is a tricky time for parent-child relationships. Emotional and energy-drained parents often don’t understand how their kids view the divorce and how kids will be effected by the change in the family. However, here are three simple ways that … Continue reading
Russell Brand and Katy Perry Divorce
Russell Brand and Katy Perry will need to follow the Divorce Laws of California. The Law in California regarding divorces require the two parties to divide the assets 50/50 as well as the debts. The party who earns more money … Continue reading
How to file for Divorce?
If you are beginning the divorce process you will need to fill out a petition and summons and serve the opposing party. If you are the first for to file for divorce you will be known as the petitioner throughout … Continue reading
Mediation or Divorce?
Divorce and mediation are important decisions that need to be well thought out. Divorce is a permanent method of ending your relationship with a significant other. At times divorce can be costly dependent on the issues involved. If the divorce … Continue reading
Supervised Visitations
Supervised visitation is when a child can only have contact with a parent when a neutral third person is present. A judge may order supervised visitation for various reasons. Supervised visitation may be ordered when there is a history of … Continue reading
9th Circuit Court of Appeals Strikes Down California Gay Marriage Ban
Divorce attorneys in California may soon be handling much more family law for same-sex couples. On Tuesday, February 7th, the federal appeals court based in San Francisco ruled California’s Proposition 8, which banned gay marriage, unconstitutional. The 2-1 decision reaffirmed … Continue reading
Issues in a Divorce
Divorce proceedings can be relatively expensive dependent upon the issues involved. If the divorce proceeding is amicable between the two parties the costs will be lower. On the other hand, if both parties are arguing back and forth and are … Continue reading
What is a Mandatory Settlement Conference?
A mandatory settlement conference is required during a divorce if the matter will need to be heard in court. This is a final attempt to try and resolve issues in the divorce matter before needing it to be heard in … Continue reading
What is a Child Custody Evaluation?
In order to assist in determining what is in the best interests of the child, the court sometimes appoints a child custody evaluator. The child custody evaluator considers the health, safety, welfare and best interest of the child regarding custody … Continue reading
Grounds for Dissolution
California is a “no-fault” state, but does require a party to claim there are grounds for granting the dissolution. There are two grounds for a dissolution: Irreconcilable differences. Incurable insanity. While I often have clients come in claiming that their … Continue reading
Parenting Class in Orange County; Which Parenting Class Should I Take?
F.A.C.E.S. stands for Family Assessment, Counseling & Education Services. Founded in 1988, this organization, among other practices, provides parents with a safe place to take parenting classes which are accepted by judges in Orange County. Many times, the court will … Continue reading
Will the Judge Determine Custody and Visitation Based on My Child’s Wishes?
The court’s main concern will always be the best interests of the child in determining custody and visitation with your children. In general, a minor child will not have the right to choose which parent he/she will live with or … Continue reading
What Are The Requirements For Filing A Petition For Dissolution in California?
In order to file a Petition for dissolution in California, one of the parties must live in California for a minimum of 6 months. In order to file in a particular county, one of the parties must reside in that … Continue reading
What if I am Behind on Child Support Payments?
When a parent is behind on child support payments, that parent is considered “not in compliance” or “criminally non-compliant”. If a payment was paid short or was a few days late, that parent would be considered “not in compliance”. If … Continue reading
Mediation Sessions
Mediation sessions are voluntary for the parties. These sessions are not as expensive as the traditional court appearances. Mediation sessions are an alternative to court proceedings. This conflict resolution alternative may assist you and the other party in reaching an … Continue reading
How do I Modify a Child Support Order?
If you are looking to modify a child support order you will need to show the court that their is a change in circumstance rendering you unable to pay support previously ordered. The court ordered child support based on certain … Continue reading
What is Alimony?
Many wonder if they are separated or divorced if they will have to pay the opposing party spousal support. Additionally, the parties may also want the other party to be required by a court order to pay money to them. … Continue reading
Knowledgeable Orange County Lawyers for Order Modifications
Our family environments often change. When the situations around us change; therefore, it is likely that court orders relative to your previous family law issue may no longer be suitable. Our devotion and know-how at the Orange County Family Law … Continue reading
What Happens If Child Support Is Not Paid?
It is important to keep current with your child support orders. During a divorce a court may order you to pay a certain amount in child support based on income. The order will reflect the exact amount that needs to … Continue reading
How to Modify Child Support?
If you would like to make a modification of a child support order it may be necessary to show a change in circumstances such as a new job, the loss of a job, or some inability to pay the court … Continue reading
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