Chula Vista Family Law Blog
Getting child support when one parent lives outside the US
Child support can often be a difficult topic. Nobody wants to alienate the parent of their child or unintentionally taint the relationship. But both parties need to do what courts determine is right when it comes to the best interests of the child, even if one parent...
read moreHigh-net worth divorce: Separate account may not protect assets
It is a natural consequence of the passage of time that current generations might do things differently than their ancestors. For instance, long ago, it was assumed that only men would leave their homes to go to work while women stayed home full time to raise their...
read moreFrankel and Hoppy not getting along during child custody case
Many California parents understand what it is like to disagree about child-related issues. For SkinnyGirl founder, Bethenny Frankel, and her ex-husband, Jason Hoppy, those disagreements have led to a contentious courtroom battle that is finally coming to a close....
read moreHollywood icon Robert De Niro in a high-net worth divorce
Some California couples can relate to being married, getting divorced, then reuniting with their former spouses, only to wind up in divorce court again some years later. That's basically what happened between superstar actor Robert De Niro and his estranged wife (for...
read moreCan you find your spouse’s hidden assets overseas?
When married people come from different countries or have strong international ties, it can quickly complicate a divorce. Where some U.S. divorces are rather simple, any international connections could be perfect hiding places to try to keep money away from you. What...
read moreConsider these high net worth prenuptial issues before marriage
Some California spouses are quite similar to each other. They grew up in similar environments, perhaps were educated at the same universities or maybe even have worked in similar fields before deciding to get married. Other couples are examples of the old cliche about...
read moreThe more you know re California property division, the better
Regardless of the particular state someone lives in, making the decision to divorce is never something to be taken lightly. State residence, however, can indeed have a significant impact on the ultimate outcome of a case. This is especially true regarding property...
read moreHigh-net worth divorce: What will it mean for Adele?
Many music lovers in California and worldwide count Adele as one of their favorite artists. A recent announcement that she is headed for a high-net worth divorce prompted many fans to post their thoughts on social media. Some have said they believe the singer's...
read moreWhat role could language play in your child custody case?
If you speak two or more languages at home, do you know how it could impact your child custody arrangement? Could your spouse use your language against you? What have courts decided in the past?In a recent divorce lawsuit, a father argued that the judge should grant...
read moreShould you sign a prenuptial agreement?
Many single people in California will no longer be single by year's end. That's because thousands of couples will "tie the knot" and get married; however, not every set of spouses will sign a prenuptial agreement ahead of time. There are benefits, as well as potential...
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