Guardianship occurs when a person other than the parents gets appointed by the court to take care of a child. A guardian does not have to be related to the children in order to be appointed. It could be a relative, a family friend, or…
In cases of divorce where there are children involved, it becomes inevitable that the issue of custody is raised. Regardless of how amicable the relationship of the divorcing parents are, the court must still legally determine which parent gets physical custody of the child or…
Navigating life after divorce can be challenging. You and your children have to learn to adjust to a new way of living. The learning curve steepens when you introduce a new relationship into the mix. To help this transition go smoothly, you need to consider…
What are the Grounds of Annulments in CA? There are more limitations to obtaining an annulment in the state of California than to getting a divorce. This is due to the limitations on the grounds that could be granted. A high-quality attorney, such as a…
According to the 2011 U.S. Census, approximately 10.3 percent of marriages are second marriages. In addition, 5.2 percent of married people are in their third or more marriages. In addition, 91 percent of those remarriages are a result of dissolution prior to marriage. Only 9…
The end of a marriage and divorce doesn’t have to be a negative experience. A divorce can be a new beginning for a family. In fact, there are many ways a divorce can have a positive impact on everyone involved. The Tierney Law Group is…
Spousal abuse is a form of domestic violence and is considered a criminal act throughout the United States. Whether domestic violence is happening in a marriage or between intimate partners who are not married, it is still a crime and can have a major impact…
If you are a parent, then you know that parenting can be very difficult even when things are going well, but it’s even more difficult when you are making your way through a divorce. Not only are you dealing with your own emotions that you…
Social Media and Divorce Social media can negatively affect a person’s life. Therefore, you never allow platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram to derail your divorce process. It is essential to exercise caution before posting anything. Besides, you can also seek advice from your…
Parental Alienation During and After Divorce As a separated or divorced parent, handling parental alienation can be extremely hard. Although some parental alienation cases may be clear, most cases start with suspicion, since one parent becomes suspicious of what the other parent says to the…