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What does a Prenuptial Agreement mean?

As reported in Forbes Magazine about 75 percent of lawyers have noted an increase in prenuptial agreements over the past several years. Forbes magazine warned that if couples do not seek a prenuptial agreement when they get a divorce they must abide by state law. In California under the state law all income that is…
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Child Custody and Visitation

Child custody matters may require a third party to assist if the parents cannot reach an agreement on their own. Mediation services are available to assist with child custody matters. Custody evaluations help determine child custody between parents. If an agreement cannot be reached a judge will have the final say in regards to custody.…
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Does a Child Get to Decide Which Parent to Live With?

These factors are considered when answering the question does a child get to decide which parent to live with: 1) Preference of the child is a factor. 2) The best interest of the child. 3) Age & Maturity of the child. 4) The specific unique details of each case. If your child custody agreement is…
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Who Benefits From the Mediation Process?

The mediator may not have a wager in the topic to be discussed and resolved through mediation. The voluntary nature of mediation helps to minimize the misconception of being against the other party. The mediator will assist communication from one party to another. This will help assure that the conversation remains on the relevant issues…
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What is a Family Law CONTEMPT ACTION?

A Family Law contempt action can be Civil or Criminal. In a civil contempt the goal is to have corrective measures take place, whereas in a criminal contempt matter the Citee maybe sentenced to five (5) days in jail for each count. The jail sentence is imposed for the willful disobedience of a valid court…
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