Yes, a Prenuptial Agreement can protect business interests in California by outlining and determining the status and division or exclusion of business assets in the event of divorce or separation.
Yes, a nonmarital cohabitation agreement can include provisions regarding the payment of attorney’s fees in case of a dispute or legal proceedings related to the enforceability of the agreement.
Yes, a nonmarital cohabitation agreement can include provisions for dispute resolution, such as mediation or arbitration, to help resolve conflicts that may arise regarding the agreement’s interpretation or enforcement.
Yes, same-sex married couples can file joint tax returns in California, enjoying the same tax benefits and obligations as opposite-sex married couples at the federal and state levels.
No, in California, couples cannot have both a marriage and a domestic partnership. Same-sex couples can choose to dissolve their domestic partnership if they decide to get married.
Normally, no. The answer is Yes, and domestic violence convictions can be considered as “strikes” under California’s Three Strikes Law, which imposes enhanced sentences for repeat offenders if the Domestic Violence conviction involves a violent crime and criminal conviction.
Yes, California has specific laws, such as the U Visa and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), that provide protections and immigration relief for immigrant victims of domestic violence.
Yes, victims of domestic violence can apply for the Address Confidentiality Program (ACP) in California, which provides them with a substitute address to use for various official purposes, helping to keep their location confidential.
Mediation can be used to resolve a wide range of disputes, including family law matters, among others, including issues involving child custody, Parenting Plan, child support, spousal support, and the division of property and debts, and related matters.
Yes, mediation can be an effective method for resolving conflicts between co-parents, such as disagreements over custody, visitation schedules, or decision-making for the children.
