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Can A Custodial Parent Move Out of State after a Divorce in California?

James Chau

Apr 27, 20233 min read

Can A Custodial Parent Move Out of State after a Divorce in California?

After a divorce, it's not uncommon for the custodial parent to consider moving to another state to start fresh, be closer to family, or...

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James Chau

Apr 27, 20233 min read

Parental Alienation

Parental alienation is a problem that affects many families and divorced couples in California. It often occurs in a divorce when a child...

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Getting Divorced Without Your Spouse’s Signature or Consent

James Chau

Mar 20, 20233 min read

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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Can you still get divorced if you cannot locate your spouse?

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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How much control do spouses have over their divorce agreement?

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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In The Best Interests of The Pets and Possession Control

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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Exclusive Use and Occupancy of a Residence

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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Is An Inheritance Subject to Distribution Under California's Community Property Laws?

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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