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Here you will find our latest articles about Family Law. Family law and legal advice from the Woodman Garcia-Sepulveda team. We are your California family law specialist.
by Flora Garcia-SepulvedaTop 3 Reason why you need a Family Law Attorney
Family law is a complex legal area that encompasses a wide range of issues related to family relationships. Whether you’re facing a divorce, a child custody dispute, or adoption, it’s crucial to understand your rights and obligations under the law.
by Flora Garcia-SepulvedaProtecting Your Family’s Future: Finding a Trusted Family Law Attorney
A family law attorney plays a crucial role in handling legal matters that impact families. Their expertise extends to various areas such as divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, adoption, elder law, probate law, and domestic violence.
by Flora Garcia-SepulvedaCalifornia Child Support Laws: A Comprehensive Guide
California Child Support Laws aim to ensure that children receive adequate financial support from both parents. The state has specific child support guidelines determining the amount of support based on factors like income, custody arrangements, and special costs. This comprehensive guide will delve into the intricacies of California child support laws.
by Flora Garcia-SepulvedaDomestic Battery: Know Your Rights and Legal Options in the State of California
Domestic battery is a serious offense with severe penalties and lasting consequences. Understanding the legal implications of this type of abuse and the rights and options available to both victims and the accused is essential.
by Flora Garcia-SepulvedaWhen to Hire a Private Judge for Your Divorce Case
Divorces, even the most amicable of them, are rarely easy. Then, there are times where hiring a private judge may be the best course of action. But when would that be?
by Flora Garcia-SepulvedaWhat can a Family Law Attorney do to help you?
If you are having issues with your family relationships, it may be in your best interest to hire a family law attorney. These professionals can help you through anything from a divorce to a child custody battle and even adoption and emancipation.
by Flora Garcia-SepulvedaInheritance Law in California Explained
California does not have estate or inheritance taxes, but this doesn’t mean that handling an estate is smooth sailing. The estate and executor (personal representative) still have quite a few obligations. Read on for an overview of inheritance law in California.
by Flora Garcia-SepulvedaDivorce Mediation: How it Works and How it Can Help You
Mediation is a way to reach a divorce agreement without going to court. In a formal mediation, both parties sit down with an impartial, third-party mediator to try to negotiate a settlement.
by Flora Garcia-SepulvedaHow Is Child Support Calculated for Affluent People? Let’s Find Out
Deciding custody and child support is undoubtedly the most important part of a divorce or separation for parents. Ordinarily, the California courts use a complicated formula to determine the appropriate level of child support. However, for high-income parents, this formula doesn’t always work. Table of Contents What Is “Affluent”? How Is Child Support...
by Flora Garcia-SepulvedaWhat is a Power of Attorney?
Let's discuss in details What is a Power of Attorney, plus download free POA forms There are times when you may need for someone else to take care of certain legal matters for you, either because you’re temporarily incapacitated or you’re not physically in a certain location to sign documents and perform other legal duties. When this happens, you can...
by Flora Garcia-SepulvedaBest California Child Support Guide
When going through a divorce, one of the most important sets of guidelines to understand are those related to child support. Child support guidelines in California are comprehensive and can be difficult to understand. The internet is full of articles that can easily synthesize these guidelines, and can also confuse you even further. Let’s dive in with this quick California Child Support...
by Flora Garcia-SepulvedaCan a Child’s Preference Influence a Child Custody Case?
If you are currently undergoing court proceedings to determine the custody of a child, there are many factors the courts will examine when deciding the outcome. Other than the wellness and capability to provide for the child, a significant factor is the child’s parental preference, as long as there is no history of abuse or neglect. Although there are no...
by Flora Garcia-SepulvedaWhat are the 4 types of Power of Attorney?
Have you recently found yourself in a situation where you need a power of attorney? Perhaps you may not need it now, but foresee yourself needing one in the future. Whatever the case may be, a power of attorney is quite a significant piece of legal documentation that will allow a person, known as a principal, to appoint someone to act on their behalf if they become incapacitated. This person,...
by Flora Garcia-SepulvedaNavigate Divorce Mediation during the Coronavirus Pandemic
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic is making life difficult, here is what you can do to navigate your Divorce Mediation case Seven Bay Area jurisdictions have issued a shelter in place order in an effort to stop the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and limit its impacts on our community. As divorce can be difficult even in the best of times, you may...
by Flora Garcia-Sepulveda