Understanding California Child Custody Laws By Sandra McCarthy|February 7th, 2021|Family Law| Getting involved in child custody litigation is no fun, but it is some consolation that many people represent themselves in child custody cases, so it is not necessary to spend money you do not have on a lawyer. It is, however, a wise and affordable investment to have a California non-attorney legal document assistant prepare the court documents for your child custody case and navigating California child custody laws. Read More Comments Off on Understanding California Child Custody Laws
What Is A California Legal Document Assistant? By Sandra McCarthy|February 7th, 2021| California Legal Document Assistant vs. Paralegal What is a Legal Document Assistant (LDA)? On September 30, 1998 former Governor Pete Wilson signed California State Senate Bill SB1761, regulating the legal document preparation profession in the State of California, and creating a new formal title, Legal Document Assistant. Today, the legal document assistant profession [...] Read More 0
California Estate Planning for Single Parents By Sandra McCarthy|February 6th, 2021|Estate Planning| Every parent worries about what will happen to his or her children after the parent dies, but single parents have double the worries. If you are married, the default option is that your children will stay with your spouse. They may remain living in the same house, and your spouse will most likely continue to work to take care of them financially. As horrible as it is to think about your spouse and children having to adjust to life without you, it is even scarier to think about your children’s future without you if you are a single parent. Therefore, it is important for single parents to get started on estate planning — even single parents who are young and healthy. Read More Comments Off on California Estate Planning for Single Parents
Get a Cheap Divorce in California By Sandra McCarthy|February 5th, 2021|Divorce, Family Law| Cheap California divorce options DO exist - they can just be a bit difficult to navigate! In this article, we explore the pros and cons of the top three most popular cheap divorce options in California and explain how you can avoid paying statutory attorney's fees for your divorce. Read More 10
How To Get a Default Divorce Judgment in California By Sandra McCarthy|February 4th, 2021|Divorce| There are certain circumstances required to obtain a default divorce judgment in California. Plus, petitioners must file specific paperwork that has been clearly and accurately filled out. Therefore, anyone looking for a default divorce judgment should consider hiring a legal document assistant to ensure approval by the court. Read More 23
California Custody Laws: What You Need to Know By Sandra McCarthy|February 4th, 2021|Family Law| If you are in the process of getting a divorce in California and share children with your spouse, it's imperative that you become familiar with California custody laws. Read on to learn more about the different types of custody, how they compare, and what they mean for you. Read More Comments Off on California Custody Laws: What You Need to Know
The California Probate Process: A Step-by-Step Guide By Sandra McCarthy|February 4th, 2021|Probate| The probate process in California starts after someone dies. Depending on the size of the estate, the process of probating an estate can be surprisingly quick and simple to complete. For larger estates, probate may be lengthy and more complex. Here's what you need to know to start the probate process in California. Read More 10
What is a Living Trust and How to Easily Set It Up in California By Sandra McCarthy|February 3rd, 2021| A living trust allows a person to put their property under the control of a trustee who holds legal title to the property on behalf of a beneficiary. Many individuals choose to create a living trust so their estate can avoid probate upon their death. However, in some cases, a trust may not provide adequate legal protection. If you're wondering if a living trust is right for you, read on to learn more. Read More 0
Adele and Ex-Husband Simon Konecki Reach Divorce Settlement in California Nearly Two Years After Split By Sandra McCarthy|February 3rd, 2021|Divorce| Adele is famous for delivering heart-wrenching ballads and power anthems about the highs and lows of romantic relationships. However, outside her music career, the Grammy-winning superstar was much more private about her romantic life. That included her divorce to ex-husband Simon Konecki. According to press sources, Adele and Konecki were married for seven years [...] Read More Comments Off on Adele and Ex-Husband Simon Konecki Reach Divorce Settlement in California Nearly Two Years After Split
What is a Definitive Explanation of California Probate? By Sandra McCarthy|February 1st, 2021|Probate| California Probate California probate is a simple concept, but that doesn't stop it from stirring up a great deal of trouble in families. The heirs to the estate of the acclaimed singer Prince can attest to that. He died without a will, so his assets are going through a lengthy process laid out by [...] Read More Comments Off on What is a Definitive Explanation of California Probate?
Compare Using a Legal Document Preparer vs Hiring a Lawyer By Sandra McCarthy|February 1st, 2021|California Courts| Using a legal document preparer vs hiring a lawyer is a great money saving option for routine legal matters. If you are planning to represent yourself in a legal matter, a registered document assistant can help you with your case. Registered legal document preparers charge significantly less than attorneys. Consequently, hiring a document preparer can save you time and give you peace of mind that the forms are complete and correct. Read More 1
How soon can a Judgment of divorce be entered in California? By Sandra McCarthy|January 30th, 2021|Divorce Column 1, Top Divorce FAQs, Divorce FAQs| Once you file the divorce petition and serve it on your spouse, the earliest effective date of termination of marital status will be six months and 1 day from the date your spouse was served the divorce papers. The actual Judgment can be entered prior to this termination date and can be submitted to the [...] Read More Comments Off on How soon can a Judgment of divorce be entered in California?
How long does it take to get a divorce in California? By Sandra McCarthy|January 24th, 2021|Divorce Column 2, Divorce FAQs| How long does it take to get a divorce in California? Well, there are two separate dates to keep in mind - 1) when the case has been completed and a Judgment entered, and 2) when a divorce is terminated. Divorce - The clock starts ticking as soon as the other party is served [...] Read More Comments Off on How long does it take to get a divorce in California?
How to Prepare for National Adoption Day 2021 in California By Sandra McCarthy|January 24th, 2021|Adoption| “No matter how they arrive in the family, an adopted child is a child of the parents who adopted them.” HealthyChildren.org There are countless heartwarming scenes from adoption courts all over the country with new families literally jumping for joy. National Adoption Day celebrates these families every year on the Saturday before Thanksgiving. This year's [...] Read More Comments Off on How to Prepare for National Adoption Day 2021 in California
Our California Adoption Services By Sandra McCarthy|January 15th, 2021| Our California Adoption Services Our California adoption services are tailored to fit your busy schedule. A People's Choice offers several convenient options for our customers to get their adoption paperwork prepared. With over 40 years of experience, our experienced staff is available to assist you with your adoption needs. We can help you complete [...] Read More 0
Filing a California Heggstad Petition By Sandra McCarthy|January 13th, 2021|Probate| A Heggstad petition is used to legally declare that property listed on a trust schedule is nevertheless a trust asset, despite being formally omitted from the trust. If you need to transfer property to beneficiaries and want to save the estate from being fully probated, you may want to file a California Heggstad petition. Read More 32
How to Probate a Will Without a Lawyer in California By Sandra McCarthy|December 29th, 2020|Estate Planning| When a loved one passes away, you may face the overwhelming task of settling their estate. Unfortunately, for some people, juggling attorney fees on top of funeral costs and other expenses can make probate an impossible task. If this sounds like a familiar situation, you may want to look into how to probate a will without a lawyer. Read More Comments Off on How to Probate a Will Without a Lawyer in California
Understanding the California Divorce Process in Simple English By Sandra McCarthy|December 24th, 2020|Divorce| Key elements of the California divorce process explained. Notice that none of them has to involve a lawyer. In California, you can have a non-attorney legal document assistant handle your divorce documents for an affordable price. Read More Comments Off on Understanding the California Divorce Process in Simple English
Helpful Tips and Information about California Divorce Forms By Sandra McCarthy|December 20th, 2020|Divorce, Family Law| Anyone starting a marital dissolution in the state of California should expect to complete anywhere from 10-20 documents during the divorce process. Luckily, at A People's Choice, we provide our clients with a full set of forms and walk them through each one. Looking for help with California divorce forms? Contact A People's Choice today! Read More Comments Off on Helpful Tips and Information about California Divorce Forms
Best Ways to File for Divorce Without a Lawyer in California By Sandra McCarthy|December 18th, 2020|Divorce, Family Law| Filing for divorce can be expensive and time-consuming. Plus, it becomes complicated when the two parties don't agree on the issues at hand. If you're looking for a cheap, simple divorce, you may want to forego hiring an attorney. Read on for an explanation of the divorce process in California, and to determine whether you would be eligible to represent yourself in court. Read More Comments Off on Best Ways to File for Divorce Without a Lawyer in California