The legal system has a reputation for siding with mothers more than fathers when it comes to child custody issues. While the law states that the court must approach a custody issue with all things equal between the parents, there is often hidden biases that cause...
Month: June 2020
Month: June 2020
Do you need a confidentiality agreement in your divorce?
On behalf of Feuerstein, Murphy & Beals, LLP | Oct 9, 2020 | Divorce
In general, information from your divorce becomes public record. Anyone can see it and get access to it. This might be an issue if you have proprietary business information you want to keep confidential. You may request the court seal your records to protect such...
Is there a right time to tell your child about your divorce?
On behalf of Feuerstein, Murphy & Beals, LLP | Sep 23, 2020 | Divorce
California parents like you want what is best for your child in any situation. This especially applies to situations that have the potential to cause trauma or harm to them. Going through a divorce is one of these situations, and you want to limit the damage as best...
California laws about custody and relocation
On behalf of Feuerstein, Murphy & Beals, LLP | Sep 13, 2020 | Divorce
California family courts strive to preserve a child's stability after divorce. Sometimes, however, the judge may agree to let the custodial parent move the child to another state. These are the factors in California that govern decisions about relocation in shared...
What situations could lead to a child support modification?
On behalf of Feuerstein, Murphy & Beals, LLP | Sep 10, 2020 | Divorce
In the middle of grappling with big life changes, you may wonder what event is important enough in order to justify switching your child support amount. Since both your income and your children's needs change all the time, it is worth knowing when a modification is...
What considerations should we make when creating a parenting plan?
On behalf of Feuerstein, Murphy & Beals, LLP | Aug 29, 2020 | Divorce
Your parenting plan is an important part of your divorce as it dictates the custody and visitation arrangements for your children. Of all the documents and things you do for your divorce, it is this plan that you should take the most time with and be the most...
Can a post-divorce budget help me protect my finances?
On behalf of Feuerstein, Murphy & Beals, LLP | Aug 23, 2020 | Divorce
Some people swear by the financial benefits of a budget. Others say that budgets can cause people to spend even more money because they might feel naturally included to rebel against restrictions. However, if you believe in the strength of budgets or would like to try...
What are the options for the family home in a California divorce?
On behalf of Feuerstein, Murphy & Beals, LLP | Aug 13, 2020 | Divorce
The family home is often one of the larger assets a California couple owns. Besides having financial value, the family home can also hold years of memories and structure and consistency for any children. When a California couple is going through a divorce, what to do...
What a court looks at when considering a child’s best interests
On behalf of Feuerstein, Murphy & Beals, LLP | Jul 27, 2020 | Firm News
Having children can be the most rewarding thing in life. But even if you develop a strong bond with your kids, your relationship with them can be put at risk if your children’s other parent seeks sole custody or tries to limit your parenting time. In other instances,...
Avoid these financial mistakes in divorce
On behalf of Feuerstein, Murphy & Beals, LLP | Jul 17, 2020 | Divorce
In a divorce, untangling accounts and assets and setting child and spousal support may be complicated and messy. You should make financial preparations before you begin negotiating or litigating property identification and division. Identify current and future...