What Can I do if I Think My Child Support Amount is Too High?
There are a variety of reasons why a child support amount ordered may be unreasonable for the payor to pay each month. California child support is calculated off of a standard statewide formula that takes into account mainly parental income and the residential time distribution of the child between the two parents. Both of these significant factors can easily change after the date the order is put into effect. As…
Read MoreCan I get Financial Support in a Domestic Violence Case?
Domestic violence in the home can result in drastic changes to your living arrangements and financial viability. If you are a victim of domestic violence and have to leave the family home to be safe, you might need financial support to allow you to financially support yourself during this time. Or, if your spouse or partner is ordered to leave the family residence, as part of a restraining order, you…
Read MoreCan We Divide our Assets However We Want?
During a divorce, much of what happens and decided upon is up to you, as long as you follow standard California family laws and your spouse is in agreement with you. For example, you can divide up your debts and assets according to your needs, as long as your spouse agrees to the division and the total net value of your marriage is equally distributed. Keep in mind, however, that…
Read MoreWhat is a Post-Nuptial Agreement?
Many couples choose to enter into prenuptial agreements, prior to marriage. Prenuptial agreements, also called prenups, can help protect the assets you had going into the marriage from becoming community assets. They also put on paper all of the assets and debts you and your spouse are going into the marriage with so, if in the case of divorce, your property division will be simplified. Many people find prenups unromantic…
Read MoreHow Can a Divorce Affect My Credit?
During a divorce, your resources of time, money and patience will deplete. Because of this, it is easy to overlook a few late payments here and there. Similarly, if your spouse has been ordered to pay for certain bills during and/or after the divorce, you could be subject to the consequences of them not following that order. For example, if your spouse is ordered to pay temporary spousal support during…
Read MoreWhat Happens to Student Loans in a Divorce?
When you are getting a divorce, you are forced to take stock of your life and all your debts and assets. Having an education is an undeniable asset in this economy but one that comes at a price. While a degree certainly adds to your earning power and potential, more often than not it will come with a burden of student loan debt that you cannot get away from. You…
Read MoreWill a Bonus be Considered Income?
Much of what needs to happen in a divorce involves dividing finances and property. Many financial aspects of your divorce will be determined based off of your income information. Spousal support, child support and property division will all rely, in full or in part, on income information to be resolved. For child support, California has a standardized, statewide formula that takes into consideration a wide range of income sources. Aside…
Read MoreWill a Criminal Past Affect My Divorce?
If you have a criminal past, you may be wondering how or if that will come into play in your family law matters. This depends on just what issues are at hand in your divorce. It also depends on what your crime was. Many people have minor offenses on their record and these may not affect divorce proceedings at all. However, if you have any violent offenses, offenses against children…
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