by Flora Garcia-SepulvedaQuick Guide to the Adoption Process in California
The Adoption process in California are governed by the California Family Code. Any adult may adopt any minor who is at least 10 years younger than them (unless the adoptive parent is a stepparent, sibling, aunt, uncle or first cousin). If the minor is at least 12 years old, the minor’s consent must be obtained for the adoption process. There are...
by Flora Garcia-Sepulveda5 Things to discuss with a Divorce Lawyer
Filing for divorce is difficult. That is why we have put together this essential Guide to divorce in California with 5 key topics to discuss with your divorce lawyer. Residency Requirements and Exceptions To be eligible to file for divorce (dissolution of marriage) in California, you must be a resident of California for six months and a resident in the county of filing for three months. There...
by Flora Garcia-SepulvedaUltimate Guide for Estate Planning: Probate, Trusts, Last Will and Testaments
A Last Will and Testament (a “will”) is not only for the wealthy and it is not only for the elderly. Everyone needs a will because it is the legal means by which you can tell the world how you want your assets distributed at your death. Without a will and Testament, you will die what is called intestate. This means that state statutes will dictate how your individually owned assets are...
by Flora Garcia-Sepulveda