by Russell Thaw | Oct 28, 2019 | With Your Family in Mind
Five Things to Avoid When Getting Divorced If you’re separated or getting a divorce, there’s a laundry list of things you should and shouldn’t do, some of which are counterintuitive. You can avoid making common mistakes by keeping the following in mind: 1. Don’t...
by Russell Thaw | May 26, 2019 | With Your Family in Mind
Child Support in California Challenging the Guideline Simply stated, payment of child support is meant to ensure the financial needs of children are being met by each of their parents. If you are wondering how to oppose a request for child support in California, it’s...
by Russell Thaw | Sep 25, 2018 | With Your Family in Mind
Divorce and Retirement Options for your 401k plan Divorce presents many financial challenges. If you’ve acquired significant 401k funds during marriage, your retirement account may be at the center of your divorce. Determining how to equitably divide these benefits...
by Russell Thaw | Dec 27, 2017 | With Your Family in Mind
Grandparents Have Rights Family law matters can change family dynamics and impact the relationship between grandparents and their grandchildren. Under California Family Code Sections 3100-3105, grandparents can ask the Court for reasonable visitation to maintain the...
by Russell Thaw | Oct 25, 2017 | With Your Family in Mind
Divorce and the Family Home For the spouse who wants to keep the family home, it is a sanctuary. For the spouse who wants to sell, it is a source of uncertainty. No matter which side of the issue you find yourself, the question of how the family home is allocated is...