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Must Ask Questions Before Filing a Restraining Order Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

Must Ask Questions Before Filing a Restraining Order

If you find yourself in an abusive situation, a restraining order can literally save your…

Kathy MinellaApril 3, 2024

The Cost of Divorce: Who Pays For What In a Divorce? Division of Marital AssetsDivorce

The Cost of Divorce: Who Pays For What In a Divorce?

Are you worried about the cost of divorce? This article describes the various categories that…

Kathy MinellaMarch 27, 2024

What To Do Of Child Welfare Services (CWS or CPS) Removes Your Child From Your Home Child WelfareFamily Law Blog

What To Do Of Child Welfare Services (CWS or CPS) Removes Your Child From Your Home

To remove a child from a home, without parental consent or exigent circumstances, CWS or…

Kathy MinellaMarch 26, 2024

Child Abuse in San Diego County Child WelfareFamily Law Blog

Child Abuse in San Diego County

During the Summer of 2023, the County of San Diego began implementation of their newly…

Kathy MinellaMarch 21, 2024

California Child Abuse Central Index Child WelfareFamily Law Blog

California Child Abuse Central Index

In California, the Office of the Attorney General controls the Child Abuse Central Index (aka…

Kathy MinellaMarch 20, 2024

Shedding Light on Financial Abuse in Marriage: Why Full Financial Transparency is Vital Family Law Blog

Shedding Light on Financial Abuse in Marriage: Why Full Financial Transparency is Vital

In this blog post, we delve into the shadows of financial abuse within marriages and…

Stephanie BlumbergMarch 19, 2024

What Are The Most Common Types of Custody Plans? Child Custody & Visitation

What Are The Most Common Types of Custody Plans?

Parenting plans are the schedules used to allocate the times and places that children involved…

Kathy MinellaMarch 14, 2024

Types of Restraining Orders in a Divorce DivorceDomestic Violence Restraining Orders

Types of Restraining Orders in a Divorce

There are many types of restraining orders available to parties going through a divorce in…

Kathy MinellaMarch 7, 2024

Court Sanctions in Family Law: Understanding the Consequences Family Law Blog

Court Sanctions in Family Law: Understanding the Consequences

In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the nuances of San Diego Family Code 271…

Kathy MinellaMarch 5, 2024

How to Switch Divorce Attorneys Once You’ve Started Divorce

How to Switch Divorce Attorneys Once You’ve Started

The law allows people to replace their attorneys at any time. You could part ways…

Kathy MinellaFebruary 28, 2024

FAQ: Does California Favor Mothers in Custody Disputes? Child Custody & VisitationFamily Law Blog

FAQ: Does California Favor Mothers in Custody Disputes?

You might be asking yourself if California favors mothers in custody disputes or if it's…

Kathy MinellaFebruary 27, 2024

Different Types of Restraining Orders in California: Understanding Timeframes and Implications Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

Different Types of Restraining Orders in California: Understanding Timeframes and Implications

In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the various types of restraining orders issued…

Kathy MinellaFebruary 26, 2024