Social media has, for many of us, become a significant a part of our daily lives. Many people refer to, and depend upon, social media several times each day to keep them informed about other people, those close to them such as family and friends, and others with whom...
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Uncovering hidden assets
In previous blog posts we have addressed prenups, postnups, and the legally recognized fiduciary duty between spouses in a marriage. For high net worth couples that decide to divorce, the process of reaching a mutually agreed-upon settlement can be complex, even when...
Grandparents’ rights and DNA testing
Suppose a young man and woman who do not have an ongoing relationship conceive a child. The mother and her family are raising the child. The father has refused to begin a relationship or to even legally acknowledge the baby. However, his father, the child’s...
Why “gray divorce” is booming
“Gray divorce” is a term that came into use n the early 21st century. It refers to divorce among people aged 50 and over. Books and studies on the subject have been published, and according to the AARP, the rate of 50+ divorces appears to be increasing. Is grey...
Children, divorce, and court appearances
California law recognizes that in some instances, a child or children must appear in court during divorce proceedings. Sometimes they must even testify. However, state statutes describe in detail the rules and limitations regarding the treatment of child witnesses...
Planning your estate plan
A recent Forbes article alerted readers to the professionals known as “estate planning aggregators” and how they offer a plethora of services to people interested in managing their assets with an eye to estate planning. Many people fortunate enough to own substantial...
When is a $1 Billion divorce settlement not enough?
Recently Harold Hamm, an oil company executive considered the wealthiest man in Oklahoma, was ordered by an Oklahoma judge to pay his ex-spouse, Sue Ann Hamm, nearly one billion dollars in cash and assets. This divorce settlement ranks among the largest in U.S....
Getting along with your family court judge
Say you and your spouse have filed for divorce. You have each hired excellent attorneys. Communication among all parties is cordial; the process is moving along smoothly. You are set to appear before a family court judge, and looking forward to a successful legal...
Recent changes in California domestic violence laws
We have in previous blog posts addressed some of the many issues relating to domestic violence through the point of view of family attorneys; that is, as domestic violence may impact issues ranging from divorce to parental rights. And as the laws in California...
California court-appointed conservators
You may have recently read about actress Amanda Bynes who has been, for some time, under the care of her mother. This raises in what our opinion some interesting issues, as her mother has California court-appointed conservatorship over her. And that significant...