Posts Tagged ‘California Divorce’

Jan 19, 2012

Is Joint Custody Better for Children?

Dishon & Block: California Divorce and Family Law
Is a child better off when both parents have custody? Determining child custody is one of the most difficult aspects of many divorces; while it may not be in the best interest of the child to live with both parents in a single household, the bulk of research shows that joint custody is better for the child’s health and well being. It is not the specific living situation, per se, that contributes to well being, but the amount of time the child spends with each parent.

Dec 20, 2011

Find an Attorney Who Knows Divorce Law

Dishon & Block: California Family Law
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?

Nov 23, 2011

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

Dishon & Block Los Angeles Family Law

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 11, 2011

Family Law in California

Dishon & Block: Los Angeles Family Law Attorney

What is family law? How many hours do you have? Family law is incredibly complex and encompasses issues ranging from custodial rights to grandparents’ rights to division of property to adoption to conservatorships. This branch of the law, like most others, is changing constantly; California, for instance, recently passed laws on smoking in houses with children, international custody, and drug testing. This makes it even more important that you choose a lawyer who can represent your best interests, and that of your family. Here are some tips for choosing the right attorney.

Oct 25, 2011

What Can You Do if Your Spouse Doesn’t Pay Child Support?

Often, divorce can trigger or exacerbate financial difficulties, particularly for the parent who has primary custody and responsibility for the children involved in the relationship. While parents may be separated, each is still responsible for the financial upbringing and wellbeing of the child; this is true whether or not the other parent sees the child or has physical or legal custody at all. Once you have a child, you are responsible for him/her until adulthood unless parental rights are terminated (which is relatively rare). Support payments are oftentimes essential for parents to attend to basic needs and ensure their children are taken care of. So what happens when your ex-partner does not pay child support?

Nov 19, 2010

LA, We Have Arrived!

Dishon & Block Opens Los Angeles / Beverly Hills Family Law Office

Dishon & Block is excited to announce the new office location in Los Angeles. This secondary location, in addition to the original office in Irvine, will allow us to provide better access for our clients.

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