Terminating Parental Rights in California For various reasons, there may come a time when [...]By Sandra McCarthy|April 17th, 2016|Categories: Family Law|138 CommentsRead More
Dividing CalSTRS Pension Plan During DivorceIf you receive CalSTRS pension benefits, you may be required to divide them upon divorce. Read on to learn the different types of plans available under CalSTRS and under what circumstances they must be divided. Then, be sure to call A People's Choice for help with the required joinder!By Sandra McCarthy|August 20th, 2020|Categories: Family Law|12 CommentsRead More
Best Ways to File for California Divorce Online Filing for California divorce online can seem like an [...]By Sandra McCarthy|April 5th, 2021|Categories: Divorce|4 CommentsRead More
Social Security Benefits for Divorced Spouse: All You Need to Know When a couple thinks of terminating their marriage, they often [...]By Sandra McCarthy|January 20th, 2017|Categories: Family Law|Comments Off on Social Security Benefits for Divorced Spouse: All You Need to KnowRead More
Petition to Establish Fact of Marriage Granted After Judge Has Change of HeartWhat do you do when you and your spouse "think" [...]By Sandra McCarthy|July 10th, 2016|Categories: Family Law|Comments Off on Petition to Establish Fact of Marriage Granted After Judge Has Change of HeartRead More
How Much Does Adoption Cost in California?Adoption is a beautiful thing. It's the official legal process [...]By Sandra McCarthy|April 20th, 2022|Categories: Adoption, California Courts, Family Law|0 CommentsRead More
How to Change a Custody and Visitation Order in California California family courts will change a custody and visitation order if it is in the best interests of a minor child. The parent requesting the change must demonstrate the change is "necessary and proper". Here is what you need to know.By Sandra McCarthy|July 4th, 2019|Categories: Family Law|Comments Off on How to Change a Custody and Visitation Order in California Read More
How to Access a Safe Deposit Box in California Following a Loved One’s DeathWhen a loved one dies with a safe deposit box, it's important to check what's inside! Often, people store wills, trusts, or other important estate planning documents in their safe deposit boxes. If your loved one's belongings are located at a financial institution, be sure to bring a key, proof of death, and a driver's license when requesting access.By Sandra McCarthy|August 12th, 2020|Categories: Estate Planning, Probate|16 CommentsRead More
How Often Should You Update Your Living Trust and Will – And Can You Do it Without a Lawyer?Do you have to update your living trust and will? If so, how often, and under what circumstances? Read on to learn more about revising your living trust and will, and how you can do it WITHOUT hiring an attorney! Then, contact A People's Choice to inquire about our estate planning services.By Sandra McCarthy|August 13th, 2020|Categories: Estate Planning|6 CommentsRead More
How to Get an Apostille in CaliforniaYou have been told you need to get an apostille [...]By Sandra McCarthy|July 21st, 2016|Categories: California Courts|Comments Off on How to Get an Apostille in CaliforniaRead More