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California pet owners now can file for custody in divorce
In many families in California, there are two kinds of “kids”: the two-legged kind and the four-legged kind. When it comes to the two-legged ones,
Are you estranged from a presumed beneficiary?
Despite what we would all like to believe, it is not uncommon for one or both parents to be estranged from a child. As the
Do legal changes remove the incentive to pay alimony?
Technically, people should not need an incentive to make their alimony payments and to make them on time. They’re legally obligated to do so by
Survey shows that most Americans don’t get an inheritance
The idea of an inheritance is fairly universal, and most people you ask may say that they expect to get one someday. However, one survey
Understanding why you want a prenup makes it easier to talk about
Some couples have a very hard time talking about getting a prenuptial agreement. They find it stressful and awkward. Maybe you do not even know
How to tell if you can request a modification of custody
If you’re interested in modifying the child custody arrangement that you have with your ex, the key is to focus on your child’s best interests
Sentimental items have a subjective value
When dividing an estate, it is often easiest for children to simply auction off minor assets and possessions that they do not need and that
Avoiding probate in California
You maybe have heard about probate before. Oftentimes the term holds negative connotations. Many people want to avoid this process, but don’t fully know why.
Should you tell your kids about divorce alone?
Your spouse asks you for a divorce. Later that day, while you’re at home waiting for the kids to get back from school and your
Estate planning considerations during a divorce
Estate planning is an ongoing process, not something you do once and forget about. When major life events happen, like a spouse filing for divorce,
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