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What Is a Request for Admission in California Family Law Discovery?

A request for admission is a discovery tool used to narrow disputed issues before a California family law trial or hearing. Instead of asking for[…]

What Must Be Included in California Preliminary Financial Disclosures?

California requires spouses in divorce and legal separation cases to exchange financial information. Preliminary disclosures are intended to provide an accurate picture of the parties’[…]

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Can the Community Be Reimbursed for a Spouse’s Education or Training?

During marriage, community funds may be used to pay for one spouse’s degree, license, certification, or professional training. California property division does not treat the[…]

Can You File for Legal Separation Before Meeting California Divorce Residency Requirements?

California imposes residency requirements before a spouse may obtain a divorce in the state. Legal separation can provide another procedural option when those requirements have[…]

What Happens When Discovery Responses Are Incomplete?

California family law discovery allows parties to obtain documents, verified answers, admissions, and testimony needed to evaluate the case. Problems arise when responses are missing,[…]

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