Child support is a right of children. Both parents are obligated to provide a standard of living that offers an opportunity for their child’s growth
When divorcing spouses cannot agree to divorce terms on their own, they often turn to California divorce courts to make those decisions. Unfortunately, divorce courts
Protection orders are generally meant to protect victims of abuse, harassment, or violence. In family law matters, orders of protection are often issued to protect
At the Law Offices of Bruce A. Mandel, we understand that it is critical to establish paternity in cases where one parent is not contributing
California state law provides that both parents have a responsibility to support their children financially. Among other things, child support is meant to cover expenses
California divorce attorney Bruce A. Mandel knows that there are many reasons you may want to keep your home, including emotional attachment, stability, and consistency
A postnuptial agreement will protect your assets and finances if it complies with California’s marital agreement laws and contract laws. As discussed in more detail
Divorces can cause significant conflict between divorcing spouses. Many people are not able to agree to divorce terms, so it has to be sorted out
Child custody is often the most contentious aspect of divorce for parents. When parents cannot agree on custody arrangements, they will be required to go
California is a no-fault state, which means that a spouse’s fault or wrongdoing should not have any impact on the terms of a divorce or
Not all options for ending a marriage work for every couple, and there are alternative methods of settling a divorce. Each has its pros and
Victims of abuse, violence, or harassment can request an order of protection from California courts to limit the offender’s contact with victims. Orders of protection,
Prenuptial agreements have existed for a long time, but it is becoming more common for couples to enter into them before marriage. These agreements can
Today’s child custody and child support arrangements are not like past traditional arrangements. Under traditional arrangements, mothers were generally awarded primary custody, and fathers paid
Most likely, remarriage does not affect child support at all. A child support modification in California only takes place when a parent can prove a
Considering a divorce from your spouse is a big decision, and it can sometimes be a difficult one to make. During this time, emotions can