On behalf of Viola Law Firm P.C. | May 6, 2020 | Blog, Divorce
In California and around the country, the term “gray divorce” is often used. This is what it is called when couples over 50 years of age decide to end their marriage. The issues in the divorce will largely not relate to children. Instead, there will be...
On behalf of Viola Law Firm P.C. | Nov 30, 2018 | Blog, Child Custody
The age of your child makes an enormous difference in what type of parenting plan is best for him or her. Here are just a few ways your child’s development may influence the parenting plan you choose. Infants Around 6 months, infants begin to recognize who their...
On behalf of Viola Law Firm P.C. | Apr 30, 2018 | Blog
Although parents and children alike look forward to the fun and relaxation summer brings, the longer days bring challenges for sharing custody. It may seem counter intuitive, but the best way to ensure a carefree summer is flexible planning for custody from both...
On behalf of Viola Law Firm P.C. | Apr 4, 2018 | Blog
You and your spouse have been jointly planning on retirement for years. Now that you are filing for divorce, your future is unpredictable. While you may be ready for a fresh start, you may also be concerned about your future retirement prospects. Are pensions, 401k...
On behalf of Viola Law Firm P.C. | Mar 8, 2018 | Blog
You and your spouse have decided to divorce, and you are now dealing with many daunting questions. Who gets to keep your family mementos? Is it better to mediate your divorce, or litigate? How will you reach a custody arrangement? One of the most pressing questions...
On behalf of Viola Law Firm P.C. | Feb 15, 2018 | Blog
When going through a divorce, many people rely on a support system of friends and family. Airing your grievances to a friendly ear can be very helpful in sorting out your emotions—as long as you are doing it in private, and not on social media. Very few people...
On behalf of Viola Law Firm P.C. | Jan 17, 2018 | Blog
Dividing marital assets in a divorce and losing the income from a spouse can make it very difficult to continue living in the same manner you did during your marriage. If you are unable to maintain that standard of living, then you may be eligible to receive spousal...
On behalf of Viola Law Firm P.C. | Jan 13, 2018 | Blog
If you know the phrase “Marvin claim,” you probably know the name comes from the palimony breakup of actor Lee Marvin (The Dirty Dozen) and long-term girlfriend Michelle Triola. Driven by gossip publications like People Magazine, the phrase caught on in...
On behalf of Viola Law Firm P.C. | Nov 11, 2017 | Blog
It’s never easy sending your child off to college. It’s a huge life transition for the child moving into adulthood and for the parents. It isn’t any easier when you are sending away your child alongside your ex-spouse. While you negotiated custody...
