Divorce Decree vs. Divorce Certificate: What’s the Difference? No one really likes paperwork, but it's part of [...]By Sandra McCarthy|November 1st, 2021|Categories: Divorce|0 CommentsRead More
How Can I Have an Amicable Divorce in California? Divorce is not fun. Married couples seeking a dissolution [...]By Sandra McCarthy|August 23rd, 2021|Categories: Divorce|0 CommentsRead More
What You Should Know about Mental Incapacity Divorce in California Divorce isn’t easy. You have to agree on difficult [...]By Sandra McCarthy|April 11th, 2022|Categories: California Courts, Divorce, Family Law|2 CommentsRead More
What Is My Wife Entitled to in a Divorce in California? If you're thinking about (or are in the process [...]By Sandra McCarthy|August 17th, 2022|Categories: California Courts, Divorce, Family Law|0 CommentsRead More
Factors that Determine Spousal Support in CaliforniaIn a divorce or legal separation proceeding, a judge may order one spouse to pay the other alimony or spousal support as part of the separation judgment. With this in mind, what are the factors that determine spousal support? First and foremost, spousal support is based on the extent of each spouse’s earning capacity and how much is required to maintain the standard of living the pair enjoyed as a couple. By Sandra McCarthy|October 7th, 2018|Categories: Family Law|Comments Off on Factors that Determine Spousal Support in CaliforniaRead More
Default Hearing in Divorce CaseNot every divorce involves a trial, and in many cases, the divorcing spouses do not even need to hire lawyers. In an uncontested divorce, there is no trial. The couple can agree to all of the issues and sign a Marital Settlement Agreement that lays out what they agree on and who will get what in the divorce. The judge simply approves the agreement and declares the couple legally divorced. Sometimes, the judge will issue a default judgment without a hearing. In other cases, though, the court may set a default hearing in divorce. If the court does set a hearing, don't be concerned. Often these hearings are simply a formality to make sure the default judgment is fair.By Sandra McCarthy|September 2nd, 2019|Categories: Family Law|Comments Off on Default Hearing in Divorce CaseRead More
Establishing California Date of Separation in Divorce Determining the date of separation in California is an [...]By Sandra McCarthy|December 7th, 2015|Categories: Family Law|Comments Off on Establishing California Date of Separation in DivorceRead More
Divorce Proceedings: What to ExpectThe divorce proceedings begin when you file for divorce and then serve your spouse with divorce papers. Instead of paying a princely sum for a divorce lawyer or stressing about preparing the divorce paperwork yourself, California law makes it possible for a non-attorney legal document assistant to prepare your divorce forms and start your divorce proceedings without having to hire a lawyer.By Sandra McCarthy|December 24th, 2020|Categories: Divorce|Comments Off on Divorce Proceedings: What to ExpectRead More
How to Change a Divorce Settlement AgreementLooking to make a change to your divorce settlement agreement? Read on to learn what can and cannot be changed, and under what circumstances the judge will agree to a modification. Also, discover how to make these changes, and how A People's Choice can help.By Sandra McCarthy|September 6th, 2020|Categories: Family Law|6 CommentsRead More
Key Points to Include in Your Separation AgreementIf you're involved in an uncontested divorce in California, you may be able to finalize your divorce without hiring an expensive attorney OR appearing in court! Plus, you have the power to begin drafting a separation agreement right NOW! After determining your plans for the key issues listed in this article, contact A People's Choice for help completing and filing your agreement to reach a final judgment quickly and easily.By Sandra McCarthy|September 20th, 2020|Categories: Divorce|Comments Off on Key Points to Include in Your Separation AgreementRead More