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How to Increase Child Support Payments
Child support is among the most important orders arising from any family law dispute. Just like personal needs change over time, so do the needs of the child support. Therefore the amount ordered to be paid as child support two years ago might prove insufficient…
Who Gets the Pet in the Divorce?
Going through a divorce is always difficult. Even if you don’t have children, if you share a pet with your spouse, it’s fair to have concerns about who gets them after your marriage is over. In Pleasanton and other areas of California, just like in…
Summer Co-Parenting Tips
Co-parenting during the summer months can sometimes be difficult. Issues may arise where one parent feels their rights are being infringed upon. Parents should try to work together to act in the best interest of their children. Following are some summer co-parenting tips. For advice…
How To Handle Hidden Assets During Divorce?
When a couple divorces, numerous legal and financial issues must be resolved. One such matter is asset division. In certain instances, spouses might possess individual or hidden assets. The Tierney Law Group, Livermore family law attorneys, invites you to read this brief blog discussing how such holdings…
Can My Child Custody Order Be Changed?
Because situations may arise where a custody modification is needed, the law allows for child custody orders to be changed. In order for a child custody order to be changed, certain legal requirements must be shown. A Pleasanton Family Law Attorney from Tierney Law Group…
Did Your Spouse Make False Abuse Claims? What You Need to Do Next
Many times when couples are involved in a divorce, one spouse may make false accusations against the other. Whether these involve child abuse, domestic violence, or other situations, they should never be taken lightly. Even though you know you are innocent, authorities and others don’t.…
Legal Separation: Why You Should Seek Counsel
Spousal separation is best done with legal counsel. Informal separation, where a couple lives apart is not the same as a legal separation. A legal separation is formally recognized by a court and will usually involve attorneys. Hiring a divorce attorney in Pleasanton CA can…
How Long Will a Temporary Restraining Order Last?
In California family law cases, including divorces, child custody and domestic violence disputes, the court can issue a temporary restraining order to prohibit certain conduct and contact between certain persons. Temporary restraining orders are common when there have been allegations of domestic violence. There are…
Can a Lawyer Help Create a Child Support Agreement?
When persons share a child in common, it is important to setup a child support agreement. Conflict related to child support and children’s expenses frequently arise when there is not a defined agreement in effect. To reduce the chance of conflict and to ensure that…
How is Child Support Determined in California?
When determining the best interests of a child in the court of law, child support is often a very large factor. Whether receiving or paying child support it is important for the amount to not only be adequate but also fair. To ensure both of…
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