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3 Things You Must Do Once Your Divorce Is Final
3 Things You Must Do Once Your Divorce Is Final
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Genoveva Meza Talbott
- Jul 11, 2021
- 3 min
10 Common Mistakes of Divorcing Couples
10 Common Mistakes of Divorcing Couples
Genoveva Meza Talbott
- Mar 14, 2021
- 2 min
Can Grandparents Get Visitation?
Under California law, “a grandparent can ask the court for reasonable visitation with a grandchild.” This often comes up when a parent or both parents do not allow a grandparent to see the child after the parents are no longer together (e.g., after a divorce). Suppose both parents are preventing you from having a relationship with your grandchildren. In that case, the family court may be able to help you get court-ordered visitation time with your grandchildren. To petition t
Genoveva Meza Talbott
- Feb 8, 2021
- 3 min
What happens to certain businesses in a divorce?
In California, each spouse or partner owns one-half of the community property. This includes businesses started during marriage.
Genoveva Meza Talbott
- Jan 25, 2021
- 3 min
Divorced or Divorcing? Don’t forget to update your estate plan!
Divorced or Divorcing? Don’t forget to update your estate plan!
Genoveva Meza Talbott
- Nov 16, 2020
- 3 min
Why you may want to look into "unbundled legal services" for your family law matter
Why may you want to look into "unbundled" legal services for your family law matter
Genoveva Meza Talbott
- Nov 9, 2020
- 2 min
How are things divided in a California divorce?
How are things divided in a California divorce? How are things divided in a California divorce?
Genoveva Meza Talbott
- Sep 6, 2020
- 3 min
Is a prenup right for you?
Is a prenup right for you? A prenup is a powerful document that can be a great tool for engaged couples.
Genoveva Meza Talbott
- Aug 31, 2020
- 2 min
So, you want to annul your marriage?
In California, there are two ways to end a marriage. You can either get a divorce or an annulment.
Genoveva Meza Talbott
- Jul 6, 2020
- 3 min
What is the LaMusga case and why should I care?
What is the LaMusga case and why should I care? A divorce case that went all the way up to the Supreme Court of California.
Genoveva Meza Talbott
- Jun 29, 2020
- 2 min
What Happens if I Don’t Pay my Alimony?
What Happens if I Don’t Pay my Alimony? If you stop making alimony payments, you could face civil or criminal charges.
Genoveva Meza Talbott
- Jun 22, 2020
- 2 min
What Happens if I Don’t Pay my Child Support?
What Happens if I Don’t Pay my Child Support? Not paying child support has the potential to put you in a devastating position.
Genoveva Meza Talbott
- May 1, 2020
- 2 min
Child Support: How it's Calculated
Find out what factors a court considers when calculating child support In California, the amount you pay or receive for child support is based on a complex calculation that takes into consideration the parents’ incomes, how much time each parent spends with the child, and tax deductions that are available to either parent. This complex formula is used whenever the support of a minor child needs to be determined.
In order to determine the amount of child support to be receiv
Genoveva Meza Talbott
- Apr 6, 2020
- 3 min
7 Guidelines for Parents Who Are Divorced/Separated & Sharing Custody During the COVID-19 Pandemic
7 Guidelines for Parents Who Are Divorced/Separated & Sharing Custody During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Genoveva Meza Talbott
- Apr 5, 2020
- 2 min
Spousal Support: What You Need to Know
Spousal Support: What You Need to Know
Genoveva Meza Talbott
- Apr 5, 2020
- 3 min
The Legal Risks of Living Together While Unmarried
The Legal Risks of Living Together While Unmarried
Genoveva Meza Talbott
- Apr 5, 2020
- 2 min
The California 10-Year Rule
How many years you've been married determines how long support will be paid.