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Family law lawyers can help with a variety of family legal matters such as a contested or uncontested divorce, adoption of a child or placement of a child for adoption, and establishing and modifying child support, child visitation and custody. Family law lawyers can also assist with child abuse matters, domestic violence, elder law, juvenile law, probate and/or any other major family law issue.

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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

Do You Need An Attorney... or Can You Represent Yourself?
There are many circumstances in the United States when a person is entitled to represent himself in legal matters. The Supreme Court has found that the Sixth Amendment to the United States Constitution which guarantees the right to counsel also allows a person to represent himself at trial. Similarly, many states have constitutional provisions which allow self … 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