Divorce is never easy—but understanding the legal process in California can help reduce stress, delays, and costly mistakes. At Scott Mitchell Law, we’ve helped thousands of individuals and families navigate divorce in Modesto, Stanislaus County, and throughout California. Whether your divorce is contested or uncontested, this guide will walk you through the steps, requirements, and…
Divorces of people aged 50 and over — such as that of the recent news of the impending divorce of Rhea Perlman and Danny DeVito — are referred to as gray divorces, after the hair color of many of those affected. These divorces do not involve complications of child support and child custody that may…
Twitter, Facebook, blogs and all the other online connections make it so easy to share your thoughts and feelings with the rest of the world. Maybe too easy. Experts say that social media postings are increasingly being used as evidence in divorces, custody and visitation cases. More and more people are learning, to their dismay,…
A common question I get in my law practice is,” should I wait until after I am divorced to file bankruptcy, or should I file bankruptcy before I file divorce?” The answer typically is that you can file your divorce and get the ball rolling, and then file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy before you finalize…
When it comes to dissolving a legal marriage, spouses may have several available options. Among these include a process known as mediation. Divorce mediation, in the simplest terms, involves out-of-court proceedings during which two spouses work with a mediator to amicably agree upon the terms of their divorce. Benefits of Mediation Couples who choose to…
The collapse of Ashton Kutcher’s marriage with Demi Moore has been widely publicized, but divorce experts are beginning to speculate the former couple’s plans as the inevitable divorce draws nearer. Kutcher’s decision to put a $12 million property up for sale that Moore gave to him in an apparent private divorce settlement in March drew…
Whether you have a new job or are experiencing financial hardship, it is possible to adjust your child support order and fortunately, the court displays a reasonable level of flexibility when it comes to support modifications. The following tips may give you a better idea of how to make your change possible. Requirements for Modifying…
Going through a divorce can be a challenging time for you and your spouse; however, if there are children in the mix, your divorce just may be even more difficult for them. While getting through the hardships of a divorce do come in time, as parents it is in your hands to help them work…
For couples going through a divorce, the issue of property division can lead to animosity and arguments. However, hiding assets could lead to far more serious consequences, including being charged with perjury. Making false statements on a financial affidavit is equivalent to swearing falsely in court. The judge can impose criminal penalties on the spouse…
While practicing as a Modesto Divorce Lawyer I have seen hundreds of cases and so it is simple for me to list out some thoughts and ideas for handling a divorce in a better way. The information here is intended to be straightforward and simple, so that people who are facing a difficult divorce situation…
They’re a part of our Christmas cards, they get the best scraps from our dinners, and we can’t imagine life without them-our pets. Yet for some reason, California divorce laws put pets in the same category as physical property and expect spouses to just choose between pets or between properties during a divorce. This can…
Following a divorce, the holiday season can be an emotionally distressing time for children to cope with. The instability and tumultuous change of separation can create an intense burden on your children, creating a bittersweet feeling during the holidays. If you have recently separated from your spouse or are currently in the divorce process, there…
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