Author Archives: Robert G. Goldsmith
Do I need to prove that my spouse is at fault to get divorced?
No. California is considered a “no fault” state which means the courts are not concerned with who is to blame for the break-up of your marriage. In fact, specific acts of misconduct are not needed to get a divorce or legal separation from your spouse.…
A restraining order can help you protect your child from abuse
Deciding to leave an abusive relationship is nothing short of terrifying. The days immediately after you leave can be some of the most perilous in terms of your risk for violence. You may have felt safer maintaining the status quo with your spouse, at least…
Can you get spousal support as a divorcing stay-at-home parent?
People often refer to the person working outside of the home as the one who supports the family, but it is the stay-at-home spouse who enables the lifestyle of their career-minded partner. Cleaning, cooking, managing a house and raising children are each arguably a full-time…
Are you and your ex ready to share custody over the holidays?
Now that temperatures are dropping, some people will gleefully begin planning for the holidays. Depending on the size of the family and the scale of holiday celebrations, it can take weeks or even months to arrange for a family dinner and everything that comes with…
What does it take to establish paternity in California?
If you are an unmarried parent in California or if you are in a situation where you are married but your spouse is not the father of your child, you might need to take steps to establish paternity. Paternity matters to the state, as it…
Is shared custody of your beloved pet an option during a divorce?
Choosing to raise an animal with someone can be a serious commitment. Regardless of whether you and your spouse share children, if you share companion animals, the animal can easily contribute to people staying in an unhappy relationship. Most people have heard at least one…
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