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Divorce Court: Keeping Emotions Out of the Court Room
Divorce is stressful enough, but in some cases, it becomes necessary to go to court to litigate over custody or division of property or other issues that are often emotionally charged. If you are headed for California divorce court, stay calm both for your own peace of mind and to benefit your case. 3 Ways to Stay Calm During Divorce Court: 1. Know Your Case: ‘There’s nothing like being surprised, thrown off, or feeling ambushed to cause a spike in anger, fear, or other negative emotions. Stay aware of what is happening in your case, and what you can expect…
Can a California Divorce Record be Sealed?
Court proceedings are typically public record (including divorce proceedings). Unless divorce records are sealed, any legal filings in the proceeding will be public record, which means the public can easily access them. Exceptions to the general rule that leaves divorce records open to the public include court records that contain identifying information for children or victims or information about sexual abuse. The state of California also seals paternity case records. If you are involved in a California divorce and your case does not fall into any of the above categories, the records will be public unless you request that they…
What Happens If You Lie on an Income and Expense Declaration?
Every couple going through a divorce is required to file an Income and Expense Declaration (Form FL-150). This is a request for spousal support (alimony), child support or attorney’s fees and accuracy in the disclosure is required by law. During divorce emotions and stress levels are usually both at fairly high levels. Sometimes one or both parties may make decisions that they would normally not consider. When a party going through divorce decides to lie about their income and expenses it can become a huge problem. If you believe that your spouse is not telling the truth about their income…
How to Change Your Name During or After Divorce
Divorce is demanding. A person getting divorced must figure out how to handle a new financial situation. They have to engage in stressful negotiations. They may need to cope with the turmoil of custody battles. In the midst of everything going on during a divorce, it’s not surprising that changing your name falls to the bottom of the list for many. However, for others, reclaiming their maiden name is a top priority. They see it as a means of restoring a sense of self and declaring their freedom. How to Change Your Name During Divorce: If your divorce is not…
Gerald Maggio Honored As “Attorney of Distinction” In Orange Coast Magazine
Gerald “Gerry” Maggio and The Maggio Law Firm have been recognized as “Attorneys of Distinction” in the November 2018 Edition of Orange Coast Magazine. Entitled “A Collaborative Effort in Divorce and Family Law Matters,” the featured article explores Maggio’s reputation for providing strong yet compassionate representation while seeking reasonable resolutions and the best possible outcome for his clients. With 250,000 monthly readers according to their website, Orange Coast magazine is widely celebrated as a top-quality publication that informs and entertains the county’s most affluent community members. It’s been ranked the “Best City and Metropolitan Magazine” in California by the Western…
How to Spend Quality Time with Your Kids After Getting Divorced
The quality of the relationship that you share with your children after divorcing your spouse can take a back seat due to the daily grind. You could be running from pillar to post every morning so that your kids can reach school on time, trying to put everybody into their beds or scratching your head over their daily assignments. It is natural to start slipping into a mundane pattern so that you have very little time left to actually sit and have a heart to heart talk with them. Additionally, your own to-do list could make spending quality time with…
Factors That May Indicate A Marriage May End In Divorce
Are you planning to get married soon? Or are you already married? Can anyone predict with certainty that a couple is likely to get divorced even before they exchange their vows? In a majority of cases, the answer would be a ‘no’. However, there are some situations where one can see it coming, some signs which can predict whether a couple is likely to get divorced in the near future or not. Check out these factors that may indicate that a marriage may end in divorce. When a woman is professionally and financially more accomplished In 2013, a research was…
