Question 1

What are the various issues covered in a Family Law Case?

Accepted Answer

As the name suggests, Family Law pertains to family matters. It is a broad term that includes everything that falls under the California Family Code. This includes issues like divorce, legal separation, child custody and support, spousal support, marital property division and allocation, fiduciary duties, annulments, paternity, prevention of domestic violence, domestic partnerships, and assessment of rights and obligations during and after marriage.

Question 2

What is spousal support? Am I entitled to it?

Accepted Answer

In simple terms, spousal support refers to alimony or financial support that a spouse pays to his dependent partner when the marriage is dissolved. In California, there are two types of spousal support: Temporary and Permanent. Temporary Spousal Support is ordered by the family law judge to help the dependent spouse sustain his/her living during the divorce proceedings. Permanent Spousal Support is the financial award that the judge grants to the lesser-earning spouse once the divorce is finalized; it is long-term support that helps the lesser-earning spouse cover his/her financial obligations and maintain a certain standard of living. Eligibility depends on factors like income, tax filing status, length of the marriage, and parenting responsibilities. In California, spousal support is gender-neutral and either spouse can request it if the other spouse can afford to pay. An experienced attorney at Garwood Reeves can help you with all matters pertaining to spousal support.

Question 3

How is the custody of children decided in California?

Accepted Answer

In California, both parents can have custody of the child; they can even share it jointly. The court takes into account numerous factors when making a decision regarding the child's custody, always aiming to ascertain the best interest of the child. Factors include the age and health of the child, the ability of the parents to care for the child, emotional ties between the parent and the child, history of family violence or substance abuse, and the child's attachment to his/her school, home, and community.

Question 4

How much child support should I expect to pay or receive?

Accepted Answer

There are strict, but uniform, guidelines in California law for calculating child support. It isn't based only on the parent's income; it is a complicated formula that also takes into account how much time each parent spends with the children. As a general rule, the more the difference between the parents' incomes and the less time the higher-earning parent spends with the child, the more child support he/she needs to pay.

Question 5

How will the marital property be allocated between us?

Accepted Answer

California is a community property state and all marital assets and debts that are jointly acquired between the partners are divided equally. However, properties and assets that belong to one spouse or have been acquired from previous marriages are not subject to this division. Connect with Garwood Reeves' skilled family law attorneys to understand how your property will be divided during your divorce.

Question 6

I have complex familial issues. Can your attorney help me with my divorce proceedings?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Numerous family law matters involve complex litigation, division of high-value assets, complicated property issues, custodial rights of children, child support or spousal maintenance issues, and a lot more. Our attorneys have all the knowledge and experience in dealing with complex family issues and can help you secure your rights. Connect with us for a confidential consultation and find the best possible outcome for your specific situation.

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