Strategic Approach, Optimistic Outcomes In Family Law
Open communication about finances is crucial in any marriage, but even more so for those with substantial assets. Openness and transparency about finances foster trust and sets the foundation for joint financial planning. By addressing these topics early with the help...
There are always children in the world in need of parents. There are always loving couples in the world seeking to make a home for a child in need. But those aren’t the only shapes of adoptive families, as no two adoptions look anything alike, and no two face the same...
Children suffer during acrimonious divorces just as much as they would suffer during conflict-high marriages. It can be a major challenge for a child to watch their parents’ divorce, but as the parent, you want to find a way to make that process easier on them. Here...
A child losing both parents can be a daunting and emotional experience. Without their parents, someone needs to step in and make important decisions about their care and well-being. A guardian takes on this vital role to ensure their loved one receives the support...
In many ways, adoption and guardianship are similar in terms or responsibilities and requirements. However, they serve extremely different functions and are governed under very different parts of the law. Let’s take a close look at the similarities first. The similarities between adoption and guardianship Guardianship and adoption are both formal relationships awarded to people who have taken responsibility for…
A prenuptial agreement is a document that could help provide various types of protections to individuals who are preparing to enter a marriage. This is a tool that may help you and your soon-to-be spouse address a variety of topics, one of which could involve including terms on how to divide assets and wealth should you decide to part ways.…
If you and your spouse want to move overseas, it’s crucial to think about how this decision affects your marital situation. If you have children or a lot of assets, you may be wary about a move abroad in case things with your spouse break down. A prenuptial or postnuptial agreement can provide you with the peace of mind to…
A prenuptial agreement (prenup) is a wise legal choice for you and your spouse because it helps provide security. Financial assets are a major concern for people as they get married and have doubts about the future. A prenup will address those concerns. However, the legal, practical reasons to get a prenuptial agreement are sometimes secondary to the other benefits…
If you’ve come across the term “certified family law specialist,” you might wonder if they’re the same as a family attorney. In fact, they are a specialized type of family law attorney. This article will draw a clear line between a regular family lawyer and one who is certified. We’ll also explore situations in which you may want to choose…
There are two trends that make frozen embryo custody a growing issue of concern in California: later-in-life marriages and improving embryo-storing technology. Divorce rates being what they are, the preservation of an embryo can shift a hopeful procedure into an area of long-term conflict. There isn’t a lot of solid legal precedence on the topic of embryo custody. In fact,…