What To Expect During The Legal Separation Process
Legal separation is a viable alternative to divorce for a number of reasons. It can offer a breathing space with greater flexibility for both parties before making the ultimate choice to dissolve a marriage. For
Coronavirus – Update From Our Firm
Dear Clients, Colleagues and Members of our community, As we all know, due to the Coronavirus outbreak and the restrictions placed upon us to help curb its spread across our state, the country and the
Steps To Take To Establish A Prenuptial Agreement
In California, couples who are planning to marry may enter into a prenuptial agreement that sets forth financial rights and obligations should their marriage end in divorce. Prenuptial agreements may also provide terms that address
What Are The Different Types Of Divorce In California?
Divorce attorney Bruce A. Mandel has handled California divorce cases for close to three decades, and he knows that no two divorces are alike. When spouses decide to end their marriage, there are different types
Will I Still Receive My Spousal Support If I Get Remarried?
In some divorce cases, one spouse is ordered to pay spousal support to the other spouse. Spousal support, sometimes known as alimony, is more common after a long-term marriage ends to make sure that a
How Can I Get Child Support Payments Modified In CA?
Child support is a right of children. Both parents are obligated to provide a standard of living that offers an opportunity for their child’s growth and development. It follows naturally that if one parent bears
Divorce Mediation Myths: Debunked
When divorcing spouses cannot agree to divorce terms on their own, they often turn to California divorce courts to make those decisions. Unfortunately, divorce courts are not always the best option for deciding divorce matters.
What To Do If An Order Of Protection Has Been Violated
Protection orders are generally meant to protect victims of abuse, harassment, or violence. In family law matters, orders of protection are often issued to protect a parent or child in domestic disputes. California family law
How Do I Dispute Paternity In California?
At the Law Offices of Bruce A. Mandel, we understand that it is critical to establish paternity in cases where one parent is not contributing to the financial support of a child. It is also
How Is Child Support Calculated In California?
California state law provides that both parents have a responsibility to support their children financially. Among other things, child support is meant to cover expenses related to children’s food, education, medical care, and clothing. Depending