After months of tabloid headlining and heated exchanges of he-said, she-said, “The View” co-host Sherri Shepherd has been declared the mother of a surrogate child she agreed to have over a year ago. As reported by Time, a Pennsylvania judge made… Read More

He was a highly regarded member of Fresno’s law enforcement fraternity, with over three decades of decorated service. Civic leaders throughout Fresno spoke highly of him, noting his dedication to the badge and love of the job. For many local offici… Read More

In the state of California, when a married couple has a baby, the father is automatically assumed to be the legal guardian. This is also true for domestic partner parents: the law automatically considers the father in the relationship the biological… Read More

When it comes to dividing assets in a divorce, few items can be as complex and potentially confusing as an individual pension. Like with most assets in a divorce, from houses to checking accounts, a judge weighs state law against a spouse’s pension… Read More

If you are facing a high net worth divorce, full of complex financial arrangements and significant investments, it is in your best interest to find an experienced family law attorney who understands the dramatic risks involved. You need an attorney w… Read More

When it comes to divorce, a trial is not always necessary. Even if you and your spouse disagree on issues like property division, child custody, and support, you are not required to go in front of a judge to resolve them. In fact, you can save a lot… Read More

You have reached a point in your marriage that separation is, unfortunately, the only way forward. The reasons for this are often multifaceted, but from a legal point of view, you and your spouse have reached an impasse due to “irreconcilable diffe… Read More

Children and divorce go hand in hand in many cases. When parents make the tough decision to file for divorce, both spouses are greatly concerned about the impact the separation will have on their children. Unfortunately, even the best of intentions d… Read More