On behalf of Viola Law Firm P.C. | Dec 31, 2018 | Child Custody
When divorce became more common place, family court judges tended to favor the mother when deciding what was the best situation for raising children. Over time, studies have shown that children who are permitted more time with both parents tend to fare better....
On behalf of Viola Law Firm P.C. | Dec 26, 2018 | Divorce
Many California spouses feel trapped in marriages where they have little to no freedom to make independent decisions. Especially where finances are concerned, many people would rather file for divorce than continue having to run every expenditure or financial move...
On behalf of Viola Law Firm P.C. | Dec 24, 2018 | Alimony
The idea of providing ongoing financial support to an ex-spouse can be uncomfortable, but it is often a necessary aspect of divorce. Alimony — commonly referred to as spousal support — is intended to limit any potentially unfair economic aftermath of a...
On behalf of Viola Law Firm P.C. | Dec 17, 2018 | Property Division
No one wants to come out of a divorce feeling as if they lost everything that was important to them. With the right approach and careful attention to detail, this does not have to be your situation. Here are a few things to keep in mind when approaching property...
On behalf of Viola Law Firm P.C. | Dec 11, 2018 | Divorce
Most people in California are familiar with the concept of a family law judge setting a child support amount for divorcing parents. While support agreements do require court approval, parents who are in the midst of a divorce are still generally capable for crafting...
On behalf of Viola Law Firm P.C. | Dec 10, 2018 | Property Division
Approaching divorce and retirement at the same time? For those in California who are dealing with this situation, the future may feel uncertain. Most people know that there are usually penalties and taxes associated with early withdrawals from retirement accounts, but...
On behalf of Viola Law Firm P.C. | Dec 3, 2018 | Property Division
The retirement years are meant to be enjoyed and savored, but a divorce could disrupt those plans for tranquility. Divorcing California couples — particularly those who are near retirement — may feel the side effects on their retirement the most. Paying...
