California Divorce Guide Blog

The Family Law firm of Dishon & Block provides this blog as a supplement to our California Divorce Guide.  The Guide is a thorough explanation of the divorce process in the state of California.  We will provide articles, advice and tips that will help you manage your divorce financially, emotionally, and with respect to your family.

Nothing will replace the professional guidance you will receive from the representation of a family law attorney, but it’s our goal that the California Divorce Guide will enable you to understand the divorce process and court procedures.  Knowledge will help you to navigate the California family law system with less stress and confusion – regardless of whether you choose to retain a divorce lawyer or not.

Recent Articles

Jan 3, 2012

Custody Laws Vary from State to State: Seek Help from an Attorney

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Parenting is not easy, and this is no more true than when parents are going through a divorce or ending a relationship. The court must balance the rights of the parents with the best interest of the child, and it can be difficult to agree on what, exactly, is best for a child. Custody laws do not make it any easier; they are often complex and convoluted, and what’s more, they vary dramatically from one state to another. While there are federal laws in place (including the Deadbeat Parent Punishment Act), laws are often left up to the individual state. Whenever custody is an issue, it is in your best interest to consult with an attorney to ensure that your rights are upheld and that your child is properly cared for.

Dec 20, 2011

Find an Attorney Who Knows Divorce Law

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If you are going through a California divorce, you have undoubtedly heard endless horror stories of unfair settlements, ferocious court battles, and angry, bitter couples ruining the day they met. Most divorces are able to be settled, if not amicably, then civilly, whether with the help of mediators or the court. Several issues complicate divorces, including community property, child custody and support, debt, and housing. Because of the complexity of family law and tensions that typically surround divorce, hiring an attorney who specializes in divorce law is often a necessity. How do you find the right lawyer?

Dec 13, 2011

Is a Divorce Attorney Necessary?

California Divorce: Do you really need a lawyer when you get divorced in California? Technically, no, you do not. But as they say, a man who represents himself has a fool for a client. This is typically stated in the context of a criminal trial, but it is usually on target for divorce as well. Whether your divorce is complex – with issues like child support and alimony – or it is amicable and uncontested, a divorce attorney can be a powerful ally to have on your side. Here are some top reasons why you need a divorce lawyer:

Dec 8, 2011

Can an Uncontested Divorce Still Affect Child Support?

Child Support in California: An uncontested divorce moves through the court system much more quickly and less expensively than contested divorces; in California, a couple can decide on matters including arrangements for the division of shared property and real estates, custody, and child support independent of the court. This is much, much easier said than done; while most couples do not contest the reason for the divorce, it can certainly be difficult to find middle ground concerning other issues. How does the so-called “friendly” divorce affect support?

Nov 23, 2011

Divorce Mediation: A Lower Cost Alternative that May Work for You

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Divorce can take an incredible emotional toll on a couple, but the financial costs can be just as burdensome. As of 2005, the average divorce litigated in court cost $15,000 and took 18 months to resolve. Divorce is one of the most stressful events one can experience in life, and when you are paying legal bills for months or years after, it becomes an event that seems unending. Divorce mediation may be a solution that will work for you. In these cases, a divorce is usually resolved within 3 months and costs about $3000. This, of course, depends on the individual couple, but a mediator may help you save money and emotional tax as well.

Nov 17, 2011

How Child Support Enforcement Works

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Parents are legally obligated to provide for their children financially, even, and especially, after a relationship with the other parent ends. According to the US Census Bureau, less than half of all custodial mothers and custodial fathers receive all of the support they are owed; about 75 percent receive some or partial payments. Child support, like custody and other issues relating to the dissolution of a marriage, can be contentious, and sometimes it is necessary for a parent to take child support enforcement measures. How does this work?

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