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Non-Biological Father’s Responsibility to Support a Child
Imagine this scenario: John and Jane are married and have a child, Junior. Three years after Junior comes along, the marital bliss ends and the couple end up getting divorced. During the divorce, Jane tells John “oh, by the way, Junior is not really your child. I had an affair before Junior was born, and the real father now wants Junior and I to live with him, but you need to provide financial support to Junior until he turns 18.” After a DNA test reveals that Junior is not John’s biological child, John decides there’s no way he is going to be financially responsible to support another man’s child. Continue reading
Domestic Violence Restraining Order
What Rights Do You Have with a Restraining Order?
Do you know what a restraining order is? While most people know that they are available for people who are victims of domestic abuse, stalking, and other crimes, they are able to do more than that. It is also possible to get one of these orders for those who are facing civil harassment. Many do not know much about the orders beyond those elements though. For example, do you know how to file a restraining order? Do you know what the burden of proof is or what rights you have when you have a restraining order against someone? It is important to understand all of these different elements. Continue reading
Top Ten Signs Your Marriage Is On the Rocks
Just how well is your marriage going? Whether you have been married for years, or you are still in the honeymoon phase, it might be wise to look for some signs of trouble. While we all hope that our marriage will be the one that lasts, many marriages today end in divorce. Three out of every four marriages in California end in divorce, and that is certainly a high number. Take a moment to look at the following top ten signs that your marriage might be in trouble and be honest about where you stand.
What you can Expect in a Fresno Family Court
When you decide to get a divorce, there are so many decisions to make that you may not think about the fact you will need to appear in a Fresno family court. Just the idea of going to court can be intimidating, but if you know what to expect, you may be a little more relaxed about the whole process. Continue reading
Your First Meeting with a Fresno Divorce Attorney
Deciding to get a divorce is a decision that can impact the rest of your life. You need to be prepared to make decisions that will be right for you now and in the future. At times, it can be easier to just agree with whatever terms your spouse offers so you can get the divorce over with and move on with your life. However, the wrong decision can have a negative impact on your financial and emotional situation for many years. When you have your first meeting with your Fresno divorce attorney, be ready to discuss many of these issues. Continue reading
Best Family Law Attorney in Fresno?
After making the decision to divorce your spouse, choosing an attorney can be another difficult choice. What do you even look for in the best family law attorney in Fresno? Here is a list of suggestions for what you need in your divorce attorney. Continue reading
Are you Looking for the Best Family Law Attorney in Fresno?
Anyone who is looking for a lawyer wants the best one available, but if you are searching for a family law attorney, you are even more concerned that you get the most experienced and caring one you can. When it comes to decisions about your family, whether it is for a divorce or other family issues, you want the very best family law attorney in Fresno. Continue reading
Fresno Divorce Attorney: “What Is Dissolution of Marriage (Divorce)?”
In California, Dissolution of marriage (“Divorce”) ends a marriage or domestic partnership. After the divorce is final, the parties are restored to single status. During this process, the Court can issue orders about:
DIVORCED WOMEN AND SOCIAL SECURITY
I have had several female clients ask me about their right to collecting social security retirement benefits from their ex-husband’s account. So I thought a brief “14 Things Every Woman Should Know About Social Security” would be helpful. Here goes: