Importance of Establishing Parantage In parentage cases, the court makes orders that say who the child’s legal parents are. Establishing parentage is important to ensure that children are cared for. However, certain situations make establishing parentage difficult. The mother of a child may
Should You Hire a Mediator or Divorce Attorney? As you learn more about the divorce process and your options, you may be wondering if you should hire a mediator or a divorce attorney. Mediation is a process by which divorcing spouses negotiate a settlement agreement with the help of a neutral third
Following a divorce, or even when co-parenting, it is not uncommon for one or both parents to want child support order altered, changed or modified. During modification, there are laws that must be adhered to and the parent wanting the modification must prove to the court that there has been a legit
What is a Marriage Settlement Agreement? People who are considering a divorce are often unaware that estranged spouses will often agree to many of the terms of a divorce without a protracted and emotional court battle. These agreements are called “Marriage Settlement Agreements” (“MSA”). Wha
What To Include in Your Prenuptial Agreement A prenuptial agreement in California is a legally binding contract that a couple executes before marriage. It allows couples to address specific issues regarding the debts and assets each person brings into the marriage, will manage throughout the marriag