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Trusts

Do You Still Need a Will if You Have a Living Trust?

When planning for your family’s future after your death, you may think a will or a living trust is the right documentation to have. Do you need a will if you have a trust?  Working with a Newark estate planning lawyer from CC LawGroup can help you determine an appropriate approach for

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Child Custody

How To Get Emergency Temporary Custody of Your Child

If you have a child with a former spouse or partner, you may have worked out a custody agreement with them, allowing your child to spend time with both parents. Unfortunately, situations can change, and when an emergency arises, you may need a swift change to the custody order. Knowing

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Family Law

How do you limit the effects of divorce on your children?

How to Limit the Impacts of Divorce on Your Children in California Divorce marks a major transition for parents, but it can be even more confusing for children who did not choose the change. While adults are grappling with legal, financial, and emotional adjustments due to divorce in California, children

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Tips and Tricks for Resolving Complex Divorce Disputes
Family Law

What to Expect When Filing Taxes After a Divorce in California

When California couples finalize their divorce, the ripple effects often extend well beyond emotional and living arrangements into the complex realm of filing taxes after divorce. California‘s status as a community property state creates unique tax considerations that divorced individuals must navigate carefully during tax season. Filing status changes, dependent

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Can Grandparents Pursue Child Custody During a Divorce?
Family Law

Child support payment options in California

Child Support Payment Options in California—How to Avoid Penalties Paying child support on time in California is a legal obligation and a practical way to shield yourself from snowballing debt. California has child support payment options that make it easier. Most salaried parents see funds withheld directly from their paychecks under

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Preparing for Residential Care in Retirement
Family Law

How is spousal support determined in California?

Spousal support plays a critical role in helping both parties adjust their finances during and after a divorce. In California, the court carefully reviews the financial and personal situations of each spouse to decide on the appropriate level of support. The process involves thorough examination of income, assets, and the

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What You Need to Know About Special Needs Trusts (SNTs)
Family Law

Is It Worth It to Stay Together for the Children’s Sake?

On Behalf of CC LawGroup, A Professional Corporation In the complex world of relationships, the question “Is it worth it to stay together for the children’s sake?” resonates with many families. Parents find themselves weighing the emotional well-being of their children against the pain of an unhappy marriage. They wonder

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Collaborative Divorce: An Alternative Approach
Family Law

What are some common misconceptions about prenups?

Prenuptial agreements, often shrouded in mystery and misinterpretation, have become a topic of heated discussion among couples planning their futures. Many believe that prenups are solely for the wealthy or for those anticipating divorce, which is a misconception that oversimplifies the true nature of these agreements. In reality, prenuptial agreements

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How to Pass On Your Home in California
Estate Planning

Talking to Your Parents About Creating an Estate Plan in California

For many adult children, the thought of discussing the mortality of their parents is deeply uncomfortable. This discomfort often stems from the belief that their parents have already taken care of all the necessary estate planning. However, this assumption is frequently inaccurate. Even the most meticulous individuals may neglect or

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