Shorter Marriage? You May Be in For a Smoother (and Cheaper) Divorce!

Not all marriages are created equal, and neither are all divorces. California law allows for an expedited divorce process, called a “summary dissolution” under certain specific circumstances. To qualify for a summary dissolution, all of the following must be true: You...

To Exchange or Not To Exchange – That is the Question

For those of you wondering whether to follow your child custody/visitation orders or the government’s latest shelter in place orders, you are not alone. To provide parents some clarity in the midst of confusion, the California Superior Courts have some recommendations...

Realistic Expectations of the Time Frame of the Court

Per California law, the time-period between filing for a divorce and finalizing it can be no less than six months and one day. Divorcing couples are often surprised to learn that due to a full and complex court system, divorces can take several months or years longer...