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If you and your ex-spouse have children, you will maintain a presence in each other’s lives as co-parents. Read more on our blog:

If you and your former spouse have children, you understand that you are both obligated to comply with the child custody and visitation order. Read more on our blog:

Legal matters pertaining to child custody and visitation are some of the most challenging for families to overcome. Read more on our blog:

An estate is the accumulation of your assets, real property, and finances. Everyone has an estate, and everyone should create a detailed plan for how they would like it managed. Read more on our blog:

Student loans are usually considered separate property, however, a California court may consider student loan debt to be part of community property under a few circumstances. Read more on our blog:

Domestic violence is a silent epidemic that affects millions of people on a daily basis. For this reason, many people may not be aware of the actions they can take if they find themselves in this unfortunate situation. Read more on our blog:

The U.S. government grants security clearance to individuals and businesses it deems as trustworthy of handling classified information. Every person hired for a federal profession with access to sensitive information must obtain national security clearance. Read more on our blog:

The decision to grow your family by way of adoption is an exciting one. With so many options to choose from, it may be difficult to determine which is right for you. Read more on our blog:

Once a judge makes a final decision concerning a divorce, the terms and arrangements immediately become enforceable and must be upheld by the parties involved. If one party stops complying with the divorce agreement, the other can go to court and seek enforcement of the agreement. Read more on our blog:

A living will is different than a standard will in that it helps you control the extent of medical care you’d like to receive if you become gravely ill. You decide what happens to you in the event you are unable to actively voice your needs at the time of emergency. Read more on our blog:

When a couple goes through a divorce or legal separation, the court must make decisions about how to divide any property the couple bought during their marriage. Read more on our blog:

A legal separation is near identical to a divorce; the only true difference being that divorce is the total and complete dissolution of marriage while legal separation is more like a marital pause. Read more on our blog:

Perhaps you are seeking to look after the child of a family member or close friend. How do you go about becoming the legal guardian of a child? Read more on our blog: