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    Kathy Minella In Family Law Blog

    Fetal Personhood: What is It

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    Fetal personhood is a legal designation that seeks to grant a human fetus, and in many legislative proposals, an embryo or zygote, all the rights and protections afforded to any…
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    Kathy Minella In Divorce, Family Law Blog

    Benefits of Early Neutral Evaluation (ENE) in California

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    This blog explains what ENE is, why it’s important in California family law, who should consider it, who may not need it, and the legal insights you must know before…
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    Preparing Your Kids for a Family Law Case (in Age-appropriate Language): Parent’s Guide

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    This guide offers a practical, age-appropriate approach to helping kids understand what is happening in language they can absorb — without exposing them to adult issues.
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    Kathy Minella In Child Welfare, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

    How a Final DVRO Impacts Future Custody and Visitation Modifications

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    This article will explore the critical long-term consequences of a final DVRO on child custody and visitation, focusing on how it changes the burden of proof, introduces statutory presumptions, and…
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    Kathy Minella In Division of Marital Assets, Divorce

    Key Financial Steps to Take Six Months Before Initiating Divorce in CA

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    How to protect yourself, prepare for litigation, and start building a secure financial foundation before filing for divorce.
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    Kathy Minella In Family Law Blog, LGBTQ

    Functional or Non-Biological Parentage: What You Need to Know

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    This blog explains what functional parentage is, how California handles these cases, and why the issue is at the center of ongoing political and legislative debates.
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    Kathy Minella In Child Support

    Understanding California’s New Law on Child Support for Adult Children with Disabilities

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    When a child with a disability reaches the age of majority (18 or 19 in most cases in California), many parents assume their legal obligation to provide child support ends.…
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    The Impact of the Payor’s Retirement on Long-Term Spousal Support (Alimony) Orders

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    This post explores how retirement affects long-term spousal support, what standards courts apply, and how to approach this critical late-stage issue strategically and legally.
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    Kathy Minella In Military Divorce

    Addressing Military Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Orders and Child Relocation Disputes

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    This post explores the legal framework surrounding PCS-related relocations, how they differ from civilian cases, and the steps parents can take to protect their parental rights and maintain strong relationships…
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    Kathy Minella In Fertility

    The Legal Differences Between Sperm Donors, Surrogates, and Co-Parents

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    This guide explains the legal framework in California for establishing parentage in nontraditional family arrangements, and the key differences among sperm donors, surrogates, and co-parents.
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