Family Law

Family law is the area of law that deals with a variety of matters governing the family relationship, including getting married, getting divorced, adopting a child, and establishing and modifying child support, child visitation and custody.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Steps are Necessary to Enter a Valid Premarital Agreement in California?
The California Uniform Premarital Agreement Act requires that premarital agreements be in writing and signed by both parties. In order to be valid, the agreement must be made … more
In California, Can a Spouse Give Up His or Her Right to Alimony in a Premarital Agreement?
Yes, California law allows spouses to include modification or elimination of spousal support in their prenuptial agreement. However, the law requires that the affected spouse be represented … more
What Is Community Property?
California law defines community property as any asset acquired or income earned by a married person while living with his or her spouse. Separate property is defined as anything acquired by a … more

Legal Articles

What Happens When the Wedding is Called Off
When a wedding is called off there are often shattered dreams, broken promises and breaches of contracts that must be handled. Before you can rebuild your life and create new dreams you must determine each party’s entitlement to joint property and each party’s responsibility for joint obligations. General Rules of Property Division for Unmarried Couples Generally, any … more
Saying I Do: With a Prenuptial Agreement
Wedding days are often preceded by deciding on flower arrangements and planning a romantic honeymoon. While those things are important and make your special occasion extraordinary and personal, there are also some important practical matters that engaged couples should consider. Among those matters, is the often debated prenuptial agreement. Some critics claim that a prenuptial … more