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Different California Domestic Violence Charges Explained 

There are many situations where domestic violence charges can be filed against a person. The key is to understand what the various types of California domestic violence charges are and how they may apply to your situation. At Martin Family Law Group, our Los Angeles domestic violence & restraining order attorney works closely with our clients to ensure they have a full…

Documenting Evidence for Domestic Violence Cases

When you are suffering from domestic violence, it can be difficult to understand how anyone may not believe what is happening to you. Yet, when you are facing an abusive relationship, there are several things you can do yourself now to help document what is occurring to you so that, later, when you seek a divorce, you can use that information to…

What’s the Difference Between an Annulment and a Divorce? 

You are considering ending your marriage, but you are unsure what method to use. Both annulment and divorce will accomplish this for you, ending your marriage legally. However, there is a significant amount of difference between an annulment and a divorce, including in the premise and the result. At Martin Family Law Group, our Los Angeles divorce lawyer can help you determine…

What is Considered Income When Deciding Child Support?

California takes a staunch approach to child support and providing for a child’s needs, accounting for some significant factors that influence this amount. Determining child support is complex and requires supportive but relentless legal guidance from a Los Angeles child support attorney, particularly in parental relationships that involve disagreements or disputes. New challenges arise, mainly when one parent has served more of a…

How California Determines Child Custody

When a divorce takes place, and there are children from the marriage, custodial agreements have to be determined. If the parents struggle to agree on how child custody should be managed, the court will make these choices for them. It is widely agreed upon that children benefit from having a relationship with both of their parents.  If you are sorting out custody…

The Consequences of Not Paying Child Support in California

Parents in Los Angeles are both expected to support their children. This goes for parents who are divorced, separated, or those who never married. There is typically a custodial parent and child support is paid by the non-custodial parent to the parent who holds primary custody.  If you have questions about how your child is supported, reach out today. A Los Angeles…

Reasons You Should Get A Prenup

Getting married? It is a time to focus on new beginnings and a future of possibilities. It seems like a prenup would somehow burst that bubble if you brought it up, but in today’s society, they are valuable. They are also growing in popularity. If you are looking for a few reasons you should get a prenuptial agreement, consider the following. The Benefits…

A Guide to High-Value Assets and Divorce in California

Sorting out the details of any divorce is challenging. One of the most difficult aspects is determining how the assets of marriage will be shared. The process may become more complex when high-value assets must be divided in divorce proceedings in California. The skill and knowledge of an attorney experienced in family law can help you make educated decisions while working within…

Why Does Standard of Living Matter?

Standard of living is a quantifiable measurement of the well-being of a group and refers to factors available to specific socioeconomic classes. In the United States, for example, some factors that determine the standard of living are physical health, life expectancy, availability of housing, educational opportunities, medical access, and other factors that measure how well a country is doing. Take this meaning…

Differences Between Legal and Physical Child Custody in California

Parents facing separation or divorce in California will have concerns about child custody. The custodial parent will have the right and responsibility to make choices about their child is raised and will be expected to provide a safe, secure home for their child or children. California child custody falls into two categories, legal and physical custody. Continue reading as we discuss the…