Northern California Family Law Blog

It’s not uncommon for divorced spouses to decide to get back in the dating game again in the months and years after their marriage comes to an end. While those couples may not be at the point where they’re interested in walking back...

Up until recently, California courts treated pets simply as community property to divide amongst the separating couple like a couch or house. This did not sit well for passionate pet owners that wanted full custody of their dogs and cats, leaving judges unprepared...

In the past, many states’ laws treated pets as nothing more than property that should be split up like a house, jewelry or any other asset in a divorce. That will change on Jan. 1, 2019, when Assembly Bill 2274 goes into effect...

A family court judge deciding a custody matter is responsible for making decisions that they believe are in the child’s best interests. A judge will often take into account a child’s age and the bond that the parent and child share in rendering...

Did you recently get divorced in San Jose? If so, you likely aren’t ready to move into a home by yourself. Divorce can cause a shock to your system to the point where you have to condition yourself to be a single person...

After years of marriage, you and your spouse decide to divorce. You understand that a court may split your assets evenly, but you worry as to how your hard-earned pension plan will face division between you and your ex-spouse. Understanding that California operates...

Contested divorces involve many aspects, not the least of which might be the custody and living arrangements of any minor children. These issues can become a logistical nightmare to sort everything out, which can make some co-parents think outside the box for solutions...

Divorce can be difficult in many ways. There are a variety of results that could come after you and your spouse decide to split. One result is a change in your financial situation. If your spouse provided the majority of your household income,...