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 […]
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 must work through, but your children are also dealing with […]
Child Custody with Unmarried Parents Custody disputes are sometimes an unfortunate part of a divorce. However, they can also occur when parents were never married to each other and have split up. At Tierney Law Group, we see many of these types of cases regularly. CA Divorce Lawyer Explains Difference Between Custody and Visitation In […]
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 attorney on handling your social media accounts. This article outlines […]
Domestic violence restraining orders in custody proceedings can result in more than just a restraining order against the offending party. The burden of proof for obtaining a DVRO in family court is by a “preponderance of the evidence.” That means that a court merely has to find that it is more likely than not (51%+) that […]
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 children. What Is Parental Alienation? Generally, parental alienation refers to […]
Child Custody Modifications Dealing with divorce is hard enough, but it’s even harder when you’re also dealing with issues related to child custody. Custody modifications allow one or both parents’ schedules to change in ways they currently cannot (i.e., getting more time with the child). At Tierney Law Group, we know how confusing this can […]
Allegations of Domestic Violence are taken very seriously in California. If you are the victim of domestic violence or are concerned that you might be because of threats or harassment, you should consider filing for a restraining order against your abuser. Alternatively, if you’ve been falsely accused of domestic violence, a restraining order can negatively […]
Child Support Modification Going through a divorce is one of the most challenging experiences that someone can ever go through. Not only is it the end of a significant relationship, but a couple going through a divorce will need to determine a way to split assets and handle their once-shared responsibilities. One part of this […]
Child custody, support, and visitation issues are often make up a large part of the divorce process. The lawmakers in California believe that every child has the right to be financially supported by both parents, if possible. An experienced Bay Area child support attorney can assist you in making sense of how child support works […]
