Divorce Mediation
Divorce mediation is a faster, less expensive and friendlier divorce process. If you and your soon-to-be-ex spouse agree on most things, mediation the way to go. How Does Divorce Mediation Work? According to California Courts, “In mediation, an impartial person (the mediator) helps people reach an agreement they can both accept. The mediator helps people […]
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Think Wills and Trusts are for the RICH? You’re Wrong!
You might think a TRUST is something for those rich people who are dealing with their Picasso and vacation villas, oh, and don’t forget the endless amounts of cash. The truth is if you’re like me and the thousands who scrape and scrounge to save to earn enough to purchase a home, then a Trust […]
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Child Custody
Divorce is hard on everyone, espcecially when children are involved. When children are young, the parents and/or the courts decide on the custody arrangements. But at what age do kids get to have a say? At what point does the court take the requests of the child into consideration? California Custody Rules OurFamilyWizard.com says: “While […]
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What is a Family Trust?
A family trust is a specific type of trust that families can use to create a financial legacy for future generations. There are several benefits to creating one, including ensuring your family members receive your assets, property and belongings. In a family trust, there are three parties: a grantor, a trustee and the beneficiaries. The […]
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Are you excited about your future?
An unhappy marriage can be very stressful. If you are ready to take your future into your own hands, we can help. Our expert legal assistance with divorce, mediation, custody, visitation, child support and spousal support will make the transition to the new you easier. Summary Dissolution A summary dissolution in California is a way […]
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Why Should I Create a Trust?
You would establish a trust to provide legal protection for your assets, to make sure those assets are distributed according to your wishes, and to save time, reduce paperwork and, in some cases, avoid or reduce inheritance or estate taxes. A trust is a written document that allows you to legally transfer your property, assets and your […]
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Wills, Trusts and Probate
How do you decide if you need to set up a trust? A will and a trust are two different estate planning tools. Your will acts as a high-level set of instructions to be used after you pass away. A will is where you name the executor of your estate and guardians for your children. […]
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Divorce and Mediation
Getting divorced stinks. Even if it’s amicable, there is still a lot of emotion that can make decision making hard and cloud your best judgement. If your divorce is divisive and contested it can take an even greater toll on your ability to think clearly. And if children and assets are involved, it becomes harder […]
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Do You Have a Will?
What is a Legal Will and Why Would I Need One? A will is a legal document that outlines your wishes after your death. It will also outline other important considerations like the distribution of your property and assets, as well as legal care of your minor children upon your passing. Here’s how to decide if […]
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Living Together
Unmarried Couples Living Together There are many reasons that committed couples decide to live together but not get married. Although marriage provides inherent legal safeguards, it is possible to replicate these protections with legal documents that address: Buying a house together Parenting and child protection Ownership of property and assets Estate planning Settlement agreements Health […]
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