Puja Sachdev | November 27, 2023 | Child Custody
A “traditional” family once consisted of two parents and a couple of kids. However, families come in all different shapes and sizes. Some families have one parent. Others may not have any parents because a couple chooses not to have children. Today, a parent can be anyone who cares for a child. It could be… read more
Puja Sachdev | November 27, 2023 | Child Support
Only about 45% of parents receiving child support in the United States receive full payments, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. About two-thirds of recipients see partial payments each month, while others entitled to child support receive nothing. Not receiving the full amount of child support you are owed can be a frustrating experience. This… read more
Puja Sachdev | November 9, 2023 | Child Support
Parents struggling with fertility issues, same-sex couples, and many others nowadays use sperm donation to begin their families. Typically, a sperm donor voluntarily terminates their parental rights when they provide a donation. Likewise, a similar procedure is followed when couples use private donors they know instead of using a fertility clinic or doctor for anonymous… read more
Puja Sachdev | October 25, 2023 | Family Law
For some couples, protecting their privacy is a high priority. If so, they might choose to obtain a confidential marriage license instead of a public marriage license in San Diego, CA. Public figures and celebrities often try to conceal their marriage for several reasons, but confidential marriage licenses are available to any couple who meets… read more
Puja Sachdev | October 25, 2023 | Family Law
Attorney’s fees can be a significant concern in family law cases. Yet, California Family Law provides mechanisms to address this issue fairly. One such mechanism is the award of attorney’s fees based on need. Read on to explore the key aspects of need-based attorney fees under California Family Code § 2030. What Is a Need-Based… read more
Puja Sachdev | September 27, 2023 | Divorce
When married couples and registered domestic partners in San Diego decide to get a divorce, they come across an important question: “When did you officially separate?” This might seem like a simple question, but it holds a lot of legal weight and can greatly affect each person’s financial situation. This blog post will dive into… read more
Puja Sachdev | September 20, 2023 | Divorce
Divorce proceedings are typically not as dramatic as depicted in social media, television, and entertainment news. Most couples negotiate a divorce settlement out of court. The process might be stressful at times, but the divorce is generally amicable. However, some divorces are destined to go to court because the spouses cannot agree to terms. In… read more
Puja Sachdev | August 18, 2023 | Child Support
If you lose your job, that does not eliminate your legal obligation to pay court-ordered child support payments. However, you can petition the family court to reduce child support payments after becoming unemployed in California. You must work quickly to file the motion with the court and get the matter heard by a judge because… read more
Puja Sachdev | August 9, 2023 | Divorce
When you first got married, you expected that your relationship with your spouse would last until “death did you part,” so to speak. But since that wonderful day, things have changed. Your marriage just doesn’t feel the same, and something feels “off” about your relationship. Your gut instinct is telling you that the marriage is… read more
Puja Sachdev | August 2, 2023 | Divorce
Grief is the series of emotions that comes with loss. When a person experiences a loss of some kind, it is typically accompanied by grief. While many associate grief with the death of a loved one, it is also commonly felt during the divorce process. This is because divorce represents an end and a loss…. read more
