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Updating Your Estate Plan Post-Divorce: Avoiding Unintended Inheritance for an Ex-Spouse Estate Planning

Updating Your Estate Plan Post-Divorce: Avoiding Unintended Inheritance for an Ex-Spouse

x-Spouse Divorce is a life-altering event that brings with it a complex web of emotional,…

Kathy MinellaDecember 3, 2025

Gathering Digital Evidence for a Domestic Violence Restraining Order (DVRO) Hearing Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

Gathering Digital Evidence for a Domestic Violence Restraining Order (DVRO) Hearing

In today’s digital world, much of that evidence comes from our phones, computers, and online…

Kathy MinellaDecember 2, 2025

Rights of Foster Parents in the Adoption Process Adoptions

Rights of Foster Parents in the Adoption Process

The adoption process can be a complex journey for foster parents. Understanding their rights is…

Kathy MinellaNovember 26, 2025

Restraining Order Rules in California Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

Restraining Order Rules in California

Restraining orders (or protective orders) are court orders that can protect you. Here are the…

Kathy MinellaNovember 25, 2025

Choosing The Right San Diego Estate Planning Attorney For Your Needs Estate Planning

Choosing The Right San Diego Estate Planning Attorney For Your Needs

When it comes to estate planning, finding the right attorney in San Diego is crucial.…

Kathy MinellaNovember 20, 2025

Stock Options and RSUs in California Divorce: Dividing Deferred Compensation Divorce

Stock Options and RSUs in California Divorce: Dividing Deferred Compensation

In high-asset California divorces, stock options and restricted stock units (RSUs) often represent a significant…

Kathy MinellaNovember 19, 2025

The Rise of AI and Digital Evidence (Beyond Social Media) in San Diego Family Law Family Law Blog

The Rise of AI and Digital Evidence (Beyond Social Media) in San Diego Family Law

While most people think of social media posts or text messages as the primary sources…

Kathy MinellaNovember 18, 2025

Understanding Military Divorce Military Divorce

Understanding Military Divorce

Military divorce is usually considered to be significantly different from a non-military divorce. In order…

Kathy MinellaNovember 13, 2025

Special Needs Trusts & Child Support for Children with Disabilities in San Diego Child SupportEstate Planning

Special Needs Trusts & Child Support for Children with Disabilities in San Diego

Safeguarding Your Child’s Future After Divorce Parenting a child with disabilities brings immeasurable love—and significant…

Kathy MinellaNovember 12, 2025

How Age Influences Custody Decisions in California Child Custody & Visitation

How Age Influences Custody Decisions in California

In California, a child's age can significantly impact custody decisions. This blog explores how age…

Kathy MinellaNovember 10, 2025

How Does Domestic Violence Affect Child Custody? Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

How Does Domestic Violence Affect Child Custody?

If you’re wondering if the California family court system considers domestic violence when deciding on…

Kathy MinellaNovember 5, 2025

Can CWS Change My Custody Order? Child Welfare

Can CWS Change My Custody Order?

This article explores how and when CWS involvement can lead to a change in custody,…

Kathy MinellaNovember 4, 2025