Every year, hundreds of California entrepreneurs set their sights on starting a new business, driven by dreams of success and financial independence. When launching a new venture, thoughts of divorce may be the last thing on your mind, especially if you aren’t even married yet. However, it’s important to consider what could happen to your
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How Long Do Spousal Support Payments Last in CA?
Spousal support has been a regular part of a California divorce settlement agreement for a very long time. Many spouses have given up full-time employment after marriage to raise a family, and alimony has been a way to minimize the financial consequences of divorce at a time when one spouse was the primary breadwinner.
Although…
The 5 Stages of Grief in a Divorce
At Renkin Law, we understand that going through a divorce can be an emotionally challenging and complex process. Divorce not only affects the legal aspects of a marriage but also has a profound impact on the emotional well-being of the individuals involved. It is essential to grasp the concept of the 5 stages of grief…
What Are Your Spousal Support Options In a Divorce in California?
In California, spousal support (also known as alimony) is commonly awarded when divorce leaves one spouse at an economic disadvantage. This can happen under circumstances like the following:
- One spouse leaves the workforce early in the marriage to raise a family or support the other’s career.
- One spouse works only part-time to bring in extra
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Can I Change Attorneys In The Middle Of My California Divorce?
When you’re facing divorce, you want to work with an attorney who is responsive, understands your goals, and will use their experience and expertise to help you leave the marriage with the resources you need to start over.
While most divorce lawyers do their best for their clients, others fall short of the mark. If…
Renkin & Associates Names Winner of the 2022 Leukemia & Lymphoma Law School Scholarship
Since 2014, the San Diego family law firm Renkin & Associates has awarded a scholarship to current or upcoming law school students who suffer from leukemia, lymphoma, and other forms of blood cancer. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Law School Scholarship is intended to provide financial assistance to these students and raise awareness of blood cancer. …
Attorney Benjamin Yip Earns Certified Family Law Specialist Designation
Law Office of Renkin & Associates family law firm already had an impressive resume before joining the firm, but his stellar track record has recently been bolstered with a Certified Family Law Specialist designation. Awarded by the State Bar of California, the program allows attorneys to earn designations as specialists in various fields of law.…
How Does Remarrying Affect Child Support Payments In California?
In California, divorced parents have a legal obligation to support their children financially, regardless of what custody arrangement may be in place. However, one question often arises regarding child support: if one parent marries again, does it affect an existing child support order? If so, to what extent?
If the paying parent remarries, the receiving…
Which Parent Is More Likely To Gain Child Custody During a California Divorce?
At one time, the answer to that question would have been simple. Historically, mothers were more likely to gain child custody, especially if the children were young since they tended to be the primary caregivers. Today, it’s different: both women and men work outside the home after the children are born and fathers provide the…
What is Bifurcation in Divorce and How to Get One?
You want to resolve your divorce as quickly as possible, but you and your spouse aren’t agreeing on key terms of the divorce settlement agreement. In these situations, a bifurcation divorce can end your marriage while outstanding issues are still being resolved, allowing you to move forward sooner.
At the Law Offices of Renkin &…