Dear Clients and Friends, A living trust does not determine guardianship for a minor child. A living trust only discusses assets and the handling and distribution of those items to the intended beneficiaries. Most states adhere to the designation of guardian concept. It can … [Read more...] about Estate Planning and taking care of your minor children
California Law
Protection for unmarried parents in California
Dear Clients and Friends, Every family faces diverse challenges, even in sunny California. When unmarried parents in California separate, they may face some very unique situations. Unlike their married counterparts, unwed fathers are not automatically presumed to be the … [Read more...] about Protection for unmarried parents in California
5 Things Divorcing Persons Need to Know About Spousal Support in California
Dear Clients and Friends, If you or a loved one are getting, or near, a divorce you need to have these 5 basic understandings about spousal support. Q: Is Alimony the same as Spousal support? Yes. In California it is referred to as spousal support and its purpose is the … [Read more...] about 5 Things Divorcing Persons Need to Know About Spousal Support in California
L.A. Superior Court, Covid-19 and your traffic infractions
Dear Clients and Friends, On April 10, 2020, Los Angeles Superior Court presiding Judge Kevin C. Brazile announced immediate temporary relief for all traffic and non-traffic infraction defendants for 90 days. Note: immediate temporary relief includes a 90-day grace period … [Read more...] about L.A. Superior Court, Covid-19 and your traffic infractions
Minors and their legal CA marriages
Dear Clients and Friends, California Family Code Sections 300-303 make California one of a handful of states without an official minimum age for marriage. This privilege does not come without control factors for these young persons (under the age of 18) which are that they … [Read more...] about Minors and their legal CA marriages
5 California Divorce Law Basics
Dear Clients and Friends, Please read on if you or yours have an interest in knowing (or reviewing) California Divorce Law basics: 1. California is a purely "no-fault" divorce state, meaning that you can't allege that your spouse's wrongdoing was the cause of the divorce. … [Read more...] about 5 California Divorce Law Basics
