Divorce and Family Law Blog

Puja Sachdev | April 17, 2023 | Divorce

Does it matter who files for divorce first in San Diego? Is it better to file for divorce first or respond to California’s divorce papers?  These are two common questions our San Diego divorce lawyers answer when people call our office for divorce advice. Typically, they are concerned that if they do not file for… read more

Puja Sachdev | April 10, 2023 | Child Support

Failing to pay child support payments in California can have serious consequences. The penalties for non-payment of child support can include: However, what happens if you are hurt in a car accident and can’t pay child support payments? Are you automatically excused from making support payments while you are out of work following a car… read more

Puja Sachdev | March 24, 2023 | Spousal Support

Alimony, also known as spousal support, is the financial assistance and support paid by one spouse to another spouse during and after a divorce. Typically, the spouse with the higher income pays support payments to the spouse with the lower income. The intent is to give a spouse sufficient time to support themselves after a… read more

Puja Sachdev | March 23, 2023 | Child Custody

Child custody is often a core issue in a California divorce proceeding. Family courts in the state generally encourage parents to work with each other to create a custody arrangement in the best interests of the child.  However, the divorce process can take time, and child custody disputes may not be resolved until months after… read more

Puja Sachdev | March 22, 2023 | Child Support

Child support is a monthly financial obligation that one parent pays the other parent to help pay for the expenses of raising their child. More specifically, when married or unmarried parents maintain separate households, both parents are typically responsible for the financial support of their children. A San Diego court will order one parent to… read more

Puja Sachdev | March 1, 2023 | Divorce

When you obtain a divorce, you legally end your marriage. However, a divorce does not erase the fact that you were married.  With an annulment, it is as if you were never married. Not all marriages qualify for an annulment in California.  A marriage annulment in California is a complex legal matter. In some ways,… read more

Puja Sachdev | March 1, 2023 | Family Law

A couple considering divorce might opt for a legal separation instead of ending their marriage. During a legal separation, the parties resolve the issues they would resolve during a divorce action. However, they officially “pause” their marriage instead of legally ending the relationship. Why Do Couples Choose To Legally Separate Instead of Divorcing? It would… read more

Puja Sachdev | February 28, 2023 | Child Custody

It might be necessary for a parent to move after a child custody order is filed. If so, they can usually move up to 50 miles away in California if they have shared physical and legal custody and the other parent agrees to the move. However, if the other parent does not agree with the… read more

Puja Sachdev | February 13, 2023 | Child Custody

A parent in California with primary physical custody of their child is the child’s custodial parent. They live with the child and care for the child most of the time. Noncustodial parents usually have visitation with their children according to a parenting plan.  The two types of child custody are: California judges favor joint custody… read more

Puja Sachdev | February 2, 2023 | Child Custody

A judge can order a child custody arrangement when family disputes involve children. These disputes can arise in many contexts, including divorce, paternity, and unfit parents. California law describes many types of custody, each providing a different set of legal rights and responsibilities concerning the children. Types of Custody in California California divides custody into… read more