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How Do Expert Witnesses Work in a California Family Law Trial?

Some California family law disputes involve questions that require specialized knowledge beyond ordinary testimony. A real estate appraiser may be needed to value a residence,[…]

What Are Automatic Temporary Restraining Orders in a California Divorce?

When a California divorce, legal separation, or annulment case begins, certain restrictions automatically take effect without either spouse first requesting a special restraining order. These[…]

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What Happens at a Mandatory Settlement Conference in a California Divorce?

A California divorce that has not been fully resolved through negotiation may reach a mandatory settlement conference as trial approaches. The purpose of the conference[…]

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Can You Get Divorced Before Property and Support Issues Are Finished in California?

A California divorce can involve several issues that take different amounts of time to resolve. Property division, business valuation, retirement benefits, support, and other disputes[…]

What Is a Transmutation of Property in a California Divorce?

California property division usually begins by determining whether an asset is community property or separate property. However, the character of property can sometimes change during[…]

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