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If you are unsure if you would like to file for divorce, then it is important to consider alternate methods of conflict resolution. Mediation is an alternative method of conflict resolution. Mediation involves both parties voluntarily agreeing to attend mediation session. The mediator attends the discussion sessions between the parties to ensure that both parties [...]

In order to assist in determining what is in the best interests of the child, the court sometimes appoints a child custody evaluator. The child custody evaluator considers the health, safety, welfare and best interest of the child regarding custody and visitation issues. Generally, the child custody evaluator conducts interviews with the parents, children, other [...]

Both marriages and domestic partnerships are legally recognized relationships entered into by a couple. However, a couple in a domestic partnership must be cohabitating  (living together) and are not legally married via marriage certificate or civil ceremony contract. A common reason couples choose to enter into a domestic partnership is to be able to sign [...]

If you are having difficulty working out custody and visitation with the opposing side you may want to contact a Family Law Divorce Lawyer. The usefulness of consulting with an attorney is that they are familiar with the specific laws in your area. In addition, they may have dealt with a case similar to the [...]

Mediation is a less costly alternative to filing for divorce. Mediation is voluntary and is a method of conflict resolution. In a mediation session there is a mediator who will help to facilitate conversation between the two parties. The mediator will attempt to remain unbiased and not give suggestions or advice as to how the [...]

If you are looking to file a divorce you will want to know the rules of the court in your county along with the divorce process in that county. For instance, if you are seeking a divorce in Orange County you will want to visit occourts.org. On the Orange County court website it will let [...]

If you are looking to hire a divorce attorney and are considering possibly trying mediation, some divorce attorneys, also offer mediation services. When researching and speaking with various family law attorneys inquire regarding their prices for mediation services as opposed to divorce services. Mediation involves a third party mediator who is to remain unbiased. The [...]

In a divorce there are many things to consider, such as, is this really what you want for yourself and your family. In addition, finances may be a highly weighted consideration. It is important to figure out how much finances you have and how much are needed for daily necessities, and for your children. In [...]

In the divorce process it is often difficult to come to an agreement with the other side in regards to splitting assets acquired during the marriage.  Divorce is stressful and emotionally draining on the parties. Often the parties may not be making logical decision and may respond impulsively from anger. In order to ensure that [...]

Family law attorneys are the ones who can assist you during a divorce, legal separation, or mediation session. Along with these categories previously listed they will assist you with the division of community property. In a divorce there may be one party who is unreasonable therefore the divorce may not be resolved amicably. It is [...]