Splitting couples in California often look for any viable option to avoid the divorce process. If you are in this position, one option you may consider is a summary dissolution. A summary dissolution under California law is a divorce, but it offers an expedited legal process for those who qualify. Very few couples, however, have […]

When one parent wants to relocate out of state in the months or years following a divorce, this decision can disrupt an existing custody arrangement. The other parent can decide whether to agree to the move or contest it in court.  Review the factors in California that apply to child custody and long-distance relocation.  The role […]

Types of protective orders in California On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Sep 25, 2020 | Firm News | Spousal abuse does not necessarily start with physical violence or threats of harm, but a person has options to reduce that risk when their safety is on the line in California.  But not all protective […]

How quickly can my divorce go? On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Sep 7, 2020 | Divorce | Divorce is generally not an enjoyable process, so it is natural that most people want to get the process over with as quickly as possible. However, in California there are some laws that address the minimum […]

Madera mother killed while protecting her kids On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Aug 3, 2020 | Firm News | Those people in San Diego County who have never had to deal with the issue of domestic violence may find it difficult to understand why one experiencing such abuse would not simply walk away […]

The 5 types of California alimony awards On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Aug 13, 2020 | Divorce | The media portrays alimony like a life sentence — something that no one is happy about except for the person suing for it. It can feel like a sniping, exploitative loophole designed to stoke animosity […]

401K penalties, taxes and your divorce On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Aug 31, 2020 | Divorce | One type of asset many couples must share when getting a divorce is their retirement savings. When one spouse’s 401K account must be split with the other party, the account holder should understand the logistics surrounding […]

What is gaslighting? On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Jul 27, 2020 | Uncategorized | Abuse can take on many forms within an intimate relationship. In addition to physical and psychological abuse, a person may also use manipulative tactics to control and undermine their spouse. This is known as gaslighting. Gaslighting can be difficult […]

How much time do kids need with each parent? On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Jul 8, 2020 | Divorce | The law aims to ensure a child is able to develop meaningful relationships with both parents, which is a priority of the court when making or approving parenting plans in a divorce.  Ideally, […]

Dividing assets from a long marriage takes an emotional toll On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Jul 23, 2020 | Property Division | You met when you were both attending UC San Diego, married in the 1980s and started your respective careers in engineering and medicine. Now you have made the emotional decision to […]

The hidden role men play in intimate partner violence On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Jun 24, 2020 | Uncategorized | Most domestic violence cases involve men as perpetrators and women as victims. However, there are also many instances of domestic violence where men become the victim. CNN reports that men often do not […]

If I claim abuse, will I lose my children? On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Jun 8, 2020 | Divorce | The majority of custody cases in California end with joint custody. The reason why this is such a common custody situation is that the court will do what is in the best interest […]