Any divorce is going to be troublesome, but divorces involving domestic violence matters can be particularly difficult. In the event that you are going through a divorce in California that is related to domestic violence issues, you may wish to file a restraining...
Month: October 2019
Do you get to keep the horse in a divorce?
Your horse may feel like an important part of your family. If that family is changing due to a divorce, you may worry who will receive ownership of the horse. Different states have different laws when it comes to who can keep a horse during a split. Keeping your horse...
How will divorce affect immigration status?
If you immigrated to the United States and got married here, which allowed you to get a green card, you may have some challenges to face if you decide to then get a divorce in California. Immigration is a hot button issue currently. If you are not a legal citizen or...
How a lawyer can help you with a high asset divorce
Dividing assets during a divorce can be a complex matter, especially when dealing with business income or other high-value items. A lot of the questions that California residents ask us at Christy and Keith Family Law Group, P.C. have to do with property division. The...
What are early signs of domestic violence?
Many people believe that domestic violence is easy to identify. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Many violent relationships begin with normal, loving behavior, only to turn sinister as the relationship develops. Understanding the earliest signs of domestic...
Will divorce mediation be beneficial?
In California, there’s a rise in people turning to divorce mediation rather than immediately hopping to litigation. Today, we at Christy & Keith Family Law Group, P.C., will discuss how mediation can hold numerous benefits for every party involved. First of all,...
Tips for successful divorce mediation
Couples who are starting the divorce process in California may be feeling many emotions. For couples that can communicate and work together, the emotional toll may be less if they use mediation instead of litigation. When done right, it can save time, money and...
What role does a divorce mediator play?
When couples in California decide to get a divorce, those of you who are on relatively decent terms may be able to make use of mediation and collaborative law in order to have a divorce that is less fraught with combat than traditional cases that go to court. FindLaw...
How does the Hague Convention apply to international custody?
Arguing over child custody matters is something that occurs often when a relationship ends. You may have gone to court to secure orders about custody and determine all the details already in a California court. However, if your child's other parent is from a foreign...
What is mediation and what are the benefits of it?
When divorcing couples in California consider the process of ending a marriage, it may seem daunting and exhausting, but there is an alternative to a long, drawn-out court battle. Many are now turning to alternative dispute resolution, also known as mediation. FindLaw...
