Domestic Violence and the CA Domestic Violence Act
Everything you need to know about domestic violence and the California Domestic Violence Prevention Act.A 6-part series. Part 1: What is domestic violence? And how do I start seeking my safety? One area in which we are passionate about assisting clients is the...
How to Choose a Lawyer
When it comes choosing a attorney, most people to feel unsure about the steps they should take to conduct their search. Questions such as: “Where do I start? What do I ask?” and “How do I know if I’ve found the right attorney for me?” are completely understandable and...
The Intersection of Family Law and Estate Planning
Though a different set of laws governs estate planning and family law, family law and estate planning issues frequently intermingle. While this may be the case, it is essential to understand that attorneys who primarily focus on one area may not be prepared to...
The Difference Between Divorce Mediation and Litigation in California
When it comes to the dissolution of a marriage, in California there are three main ways to legally proceed: mediation, collaboration, and litigation. In today’s blog post, we’ll explain the differences between two of these approaches: mediation and litigation. So, if...
Changes in the Domestic Violence Prevention Act
Increasing Protections for Victims of Intimate Partner Violence This past September, the California State legislature voted to approve critical changes to California’s Domestic Violence Prevention Act (“DVPA”). These changes, which went into effect on January 1, 2021,...
Saying Farewell to 2020 and Looking Forward to 2021
2020 has been a rough year, and if you are anything like us, you are glad that it is quickly drawing to a close. We are usually all about the new year's resolutions, but given everything this past year has thrown at us, we are resolved not to make resolutions for this...
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