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    • Divorce
      • High – Asset Divorce
      • Business Valuation and Division
      • Property Division
      • Spousal Support
      • Child Custody and Visitation
      • Child Support
      • Contested and Uncontested Divorce
    • Domestic Violence
      • Domestic Violence And Divorce
      • Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
    • Family Law
      • Paternity
      • Post – Judgment Modifications
    • Mediation Services
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    • Changing the Terms of Your California Divorce Decree
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How joint custody impacts child support payments

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Jul 25, 2018 | Child Custody And Support

When a parent in California gets joint custody, they share time with their children with the other parent. Essentially, both parents are responsible for the emotional, financial and educational well-being of the child. This may cause some divorcing parents to wonder...

The effects of money issues before and after divorce

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Jul 18, 2018 | Child Custody And Support

For many California parents whose marriages end in divorce, money issues play a significant role in the separation. For some of them, financial issues continue to impact their interactions and decisions even after the divorce papers are signed. When these decisions...

Considerations for a sharing holiday time with your co-parent

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Jul 12, 2018 | Child Custody

Every family looks forward to the big celebrations like Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Easter, birthdays and more. However, when you're a co-parent, it means that you probably won't be able to spend all of these holidays with your kids. On some holidays, your...

How money problems can lead to divorce

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Jul 11, 2018 | Divorce

Issues around finances could mean trouble for some marriages in California. A lack of communication about money usually leads to problems at some point. Couples may be able to avoid this by having monthly meetings in which they talk about finances and review spending...

Divorce’s effect on retirement planning

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Jul 2, 2018 | Divorce

When people in California make the decision to divorce, especially after years of marriage, it can have an effect on their plans and readiness for retirement. In many cases, retirement funds are among the largest marital assets shared by a couple, and the division...

Teens deserve support and respect during a divorce

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Jun 28, 2018 | Child Custody

For teens, there is a sense of independence and control that comes with growing older. When a divorce is thrown into the works, that freedom may feel threatened, and life may not be what they expected. Teens may struggle with a divorce more than parents expect because...

Estate planning changes with divorce

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Jun 26, 2018 | Divorce

California residents who are getting a divorce should take a close look at their existing estate plan. There are likely to be changes they want to make now that they and their spouse are going their separate ways. Individuals who reside in states that allow new wills...

Financial planning and divorce

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Jun 21, 2018 | Divorce

One of the downsides of a divorce is the financial burdens it places on the parties involved. Besides the division of marital assets, the two incomes that previously supported one household must now support two. According to a study by the Center for Retirement...

Treat your divorce like a business deal: Set your emotions aside

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Jun 14, 2018 | Divorce

Emotions are what make us human and they're also what make us suffer. Few people would give up having an emotional perspective on life, but sometimes it's important to set our fiery and toxic emotions aside. In business, the best way to navigate a caustic negotiation...

How to handle child support payers who refuse to make money

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Jun 14, 2018 | Child Custody And Support

Ideally, parents in California and throughout the country will do what is best for their children. However, some choose to either not report their income or make less than their true earning potential to avoid paying child support. If a person chooses to engage in...

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