Topics in Family Law

What Does “Irreconcilable Differences” Mean in a California Divorce?

California is commonly described as a no-fault divorce state. As a result, a spouse generally does not need to prove adultery, abandonment, or another form[…]

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Can You File for Legal Separation Before You Qualify to File for Divorce in California?

Someone who recently moved to California may want to begin a marital proceeding but discover that California’s residency requirements prevent an immediate divorce filing. Legal[…]

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What Is a Vocational Evaluation in a California Spousal Support Case?

Spousal support disputes sometimes involve more than determining what each spouse currently earns. A question may also arise about whether a spouse who is unemployed[…]

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Can California Courts Consider a Parent’s Earning Capacity for Child Support?

Child support is strongly connected to parental income, but California courts do not necessarily have to look only at what a parent is currently earning.[…]

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What Is a Marital Settlement Agreement in a California Divorce?

A California divorce does not always require a judge to decide every disputed issue at trial. Spouses may instead reach agreements concerning property, debts, support,[…]

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