James Chau
Getting Divorced Without Your Spouse’s Signature or Consent
When couples go through a divorce, it is common for there to be disagreements. There are several ways to work through these disagreements...
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James Chau
Mar 20, 20232 min read
Can you still get divorced if you cannot locate your spouse?
There are situations where a person has no idea of the whereabouts of their spouse. It could be that the couple has separated and moved...
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James Chau
Mar 20, 20233 min read
Is Spousal Support Tax Deductible?
Seeing how we are now in the middle of tax season, millions of Americans will look through their expenses to see what tax deductions they...
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James Chau
Mar 1, 20233 min read
Grandparent and Step-parent Visitation
A topic that often comes up during a divorce is whether grandparents have a right to visitation after a divorce or if grandparents can...
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James Chau
Jan 23, 20233 min read
How much control do spouses have over their divorce agreement?
There is a misconception among people contemplating divorce that the courts will dictate the terms of the divorce agreement. Court shows...
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James Chau
Jan 23, 20232 min read
Lost Parenting Time Over the Holidays
The holiday season can be hectic and chaotic. Schedules are changed, and exceptions to normal schedules are often made. Most divorce...
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James Chau
Dec 19, 20222 min read
In The Best Interests of The Pets and Possession Control
It is often said that pets are not just pets, they are members of the family and often treated as another child within the family unit....
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James Chau
Dec 19, 20222 min read
Exclusive Use and Occupancy of a Residence
When a couple makes the difficult decision to end their marriage, there are some questions and issues that need to be addressed right...
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james24262
Nov 22, 20222 min read
Child Custody Battles: When Can Children Testify?
I read a good article that discusses when children can testify in a child custody matter. According to this article When Can Children...
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james24262
Nov 22, 20222 min read
Factors that go into a Child Support calculator
I read a good article about child support. Please note that is general child support information for California. According to this...
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james24262
Nov 22, 20221 min read
Rising Inflation and Impacts on Divorce Filings
I read a good article about how inflation and financial issues affect divorce. According to this article Rising Inflation Impacts Annual...
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James Chau
Nov 10, 20223 min read
Two Types of Child Custody
If you are going through a divorce and have minor children, one of the most critical and complex issues to work through is child custody....
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James Chau
Nov 10, 20222 min read
Is An Inheritance Subject to Distribution Under California's Community Property Laws?
During a divorce, one of the most difficult tasks is determining what assets are marital property and what is separate property. Everyone...
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James Chau
Mar 11, 20222 min read
Covid and Increases in Divorces
I read an interesting story about the increase in divorces that are occurring during the pandemic. According to the article. Divorces...
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James Chau
Jul 31, 20211 min read
New Texas Law may Make Child Custody Easier
New Texas Law may Make Child Custody Easier A new child custody law in Texas may result in less acrimonious divorce proceedings. All...
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James Chau
Jul 31, 20212 min read
Financial Counseling Pre Marriage
Financial Counseling Pre Marriage A great article regarding financial questions that couples should ask prior to getting married....
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James Chau
Jul 31, 20211 min read
Co-Parenting for Divorced Families
Co-Parenting for Divorced Families I have written before about the benefits of co-parenting classes. I found another great article...
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James Chau
Jul 31, 20211 min read
Parenting Courses and Divorce, Family Law
Parenting Courses and Divorce, Family Law I found a great article today about parenting classes in divorce custody battles. The article...
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James Chau
Jul 31, 20211 min read
Alienation of Affection Lawsuits In Conservative States
Alienation of Affection Lawsuits In Conservative States I read a really great article about North Carolina changing their law books to...
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James Chau
Jul 31, 20211 min read
Men's Divorce in California for Fathers
Mens Divorce in California for Fathers If anyone recalls, Alec Baldwin speaking horrible things into a answering phone during his custody...
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