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 any other person that the court determines to be capable […]
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 children involved. In this case, it becomes very important to […]
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 how and when you’re going to introduce the new relationship. […]
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 Pleasanton family lawyer, would be more than happy to assist you […]
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 percent were following the death of the person’s spouse. Because […]
How Much Does a Divorce Cost in California – Bay Area? Unfortunately there is no clear cut answer as to what a divorce will end up costing a person. But in this updated blog post we attempt to help clarify how much does a divorce cost in California. If you are going to file for […]
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 here to help you learn how to make a new […]
Many divorced parents don’t consider vacation planning when they file for divorce. But vacations for children shouldn’t end when parents go separate ways. There is a procedure divorced parents in California should follow when taking their children on holiday vacations. Do you know it? This article tells you which details you need to pay attention to, and how […]
Children of divorced or separated parents who do not have a nesting parenting plan may benefit significantly from a long-distance parenting arrangement. It allows them to stay in regular contact with both custodial and non-residential parents, even if their residences are thousands of miles apart. To avoid common parenting mistakes in long-distance parenting, consulting a […]
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 on divorce proceedings. You may even benefit by enlisting the […]
