If you are involved in a custody case, one of the most common questions I hear is: "What does the judge actually want to see in a parenting plan?" A lot of parents assume the court is looking for a perfect parent. It is not. California courts are focused on one thing...

If you have been researching prenuptial agreements in California, you have probably come across something called the “7-day rule.” And if you're like most people, your next question is: What exactly does that mean, and does it apply to me? The short answer is that...

If you’re a longshoreman going through divorce—or already divorced—this question hits hard: “Is my ex really going to keep getting my pension… even after I retire?” Short answer: Yes—if they were awarded a share, it can last for the life of the benefit. Why Your...

If you are considering divorce in Torrance, one of the first questions you may be asking is: "Do I need a Torrance divorce lawyer?" Technically, no. California law does not require you to hire an attorney to get divorced. But whether you should handle your divorce on...

If you are thinking about getting a prenuptial agreement, one of the biggest mistakes you can make is waiting too long. As a California family law attorney, I cannot tell you how many times I receive calls from couples who want a prenuptial agreement a week before...

When most people hear the term "postnuptial agreement," they assume divorce is right around the corner. Ironically, that is not always the case. One of the most common questions I hear is: "Can a postnuptial agreement save a marriage?" The answer is: sometimes. As a...

If your family has spent decades building wealth, accumulating investments, growing a business, acquiring real estate, or creating a legacy for future generations, you may be asking an important question: "Can a prenuptial agreement protect family wealth?" In many...

If I could sit down with every person thinking about filing for divorce and give them one piece of advice, it would be this: Do not let your emotions make decisions your future self will have to live with. As a California family law attorney, I have seen people make...

If you are an executive, business owner, physician, attorney, entrepreneur, or other high-income professional facing a California divorce, there is a good chance you will hear the term "lifestyle analysis." Most people have no idea what it means until they find...

If you are involved in a California custody dispute, put your phone down for a minute and read this. One of the biggest mistakes I see parents make during a custody case is assuming their social media activity is private, irrelevant, or harmless. It isn't. In today's...