Spousal Support in California and In re Marriage of Ackerman, 146 Cal. App. 4th 191 Spousal Support in California, also known as alimony, has deep historical roots in family law. Traditionally, it was based on the idea that upon divorce, the spouse who was economically dependent or disadvantaged due to the marriage should receive...Read More

Introduction: Navigating Divorce and Child Custody are emotionally challenging and legally intricate matters that can significantly impact the lives of all parties involved, especially the children. When facing these delicate issues, the importance of hiring the right family law attorney cannot be overstated. A skilled attorney can serve as a guiding light through the complexities...Read More

FILING FOR DIVORCE IN CALIFORNIA – RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS To file for divorce, either husband or wife must meet the following residency requirements stated in California Family Code Section 2320(a): 1. You or your spouse must have been living in California for the last six (6) months and 2. You or your spouse must have been...Read More

Domestic Violence Temporary Restraining Order, DVTRO.   The court may issue a domestic violence temporary restraining order (DVTRO) enjoying a party, besides other actions, from disturbing the peace of the other party. Disturbing the peace of the other party refers to conduct that, based on the totality of the circumstances, destroys the mental or emotional...Read More

POST-MARITAL AGREEMENT/ POST-NUPTIAL AGREEMENT What is a Post-Marital Agreement? The Post-Marital Agreement also known as a Post-Nuptial Agreement (Postnup) means an agreement between spouses regarding property. Family Code Section 1620 states, “Except as otherwise provided by law, spouses cannot, by a contract with each other, alter their legal relations, except as to property.”   The...Read More

PREMARITAL AGREEMENT “You can save a few thousands of dollars now and avoid hiring an attorney to prepare and negotiate your Premarital Agreement, BUT you can lose a fortune later. Spend money wisely.” Maria Rogova, Esq. What is a Premarital Agreement? The Premarital Agreement also known as a Prenuptial Agreement (Prenup) means an agreement between...Read More

Were you ordered to pay child support? You paid for a while and then stopped? If so, you owe not just child support arrearages, but also interest. Pursuant to Family Code Section 291(a) child support orders and judgments are enforceable until paid in full or otherwise satisfied. Hence, if you were ordered to pay child...Read More

Trust your spouse, but don’t be blind or deaf. Decided to transfer property rights, don’t forget to put it in writing. Marital Agreements and Transmutations.   We fall in love, get married and hope it will last forever. I hope you are right, but what if you are not? Spouses have to openly communicate with,...Read More

Unauthorized practice of law in California. What can you do if you became a victim of someone who is unauthorized to practice law in California?   “In California, only attorneys can practice law. When someone who is not licensed to practice law provides services that can only be performed by attorneys, that is called the unauthorized...Read More