What is collaborative divorce? On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Feb 11, 2020 | Divorce | While many people believe that divorce is one of the most acrimonious legal battles a person could go through, this is not always the case. There are certain divorces that almost write themselves, and some that are more-or-less […]

How can I co-parent positively? On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Feb 11, 2020 | Divorce | There are many difficult aspects to divorce, but one of the hardest has to be figuring out how to be an effective parent after the ink on the paperwork has dried. The most popular form of custody […]

Spousal support may not be the best option On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Feb 13, 2020 | Divorce | A lower earning spouse may consider making a request for spousal support during the divorce. However, every financial agreement in the final decree will come with some level of tax consequence, so it is […]

Is arbitration a good way to handle divorce? On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Feb 25, 2020 | Divorce | There are various ways to reach a settlement in a divorce without having a trial before a judge. One of those alternative ways is through arbitration. According to Nolo Press Occidental, the arbitrator is […]

How is a parent determined to be unfit? On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Dec 2, 2019 | Divorce | When parents of California divorce, they typically have more to deal with than childless couples. They have to figure out matters like child support, child custody, and visitation rights. When determining child custody, the […]

Sharing custody during the holidays On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Dec 3, 2019 | Divorce | During the holidays, many California parents want to spend every moment with their children. After a divorce, though, parents typically have to co-parent during the holiday season. With cooperation and communication, many families can find a holiday […]

Moving on after your divorce On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Dec 4, 2019 | Divorce | Ending your marriage is not easy. It is an emotional process. Even after your sign your California divorce papers, you may not have fully let go of the relationship. This is completely normal, and you should not […]

Is California’s alimony law outdated? On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Dec 23, 2019 | Divorce | Alimony or spousal support is a payment of money to an ex-spouse to help him or her meet reasonable financial obligations. In higher income situations, it may also be a way to help an ex-spouse maintain a […]

Including all marital property in a divorce settlement On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Dec 26, 2019 | Divorce | The divorce process can be somewhat tedious. It is difficult to terminate a marriage and start a new life separate from your spouse. While there are many topics to negotiate in the final divorce […]

How to maintain your parental rights in a child custody case On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Nov 5, 2019 | Divorce | Going through a divorce or separation can be a challenging time for both you and young children. In most states, if you choose to involve the court in your child custody […]

What are important elements of a parenting plan? On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Nov 7, 2019 | Divorce | One of the most complex parts of ending a marriage is figuring out how to continue parenting your children after the divorce occurs. In California, filing for divorce generally involves creating a custody and […]

Can you move away with your children after a divorce? On behalf of Ryan Family Law | Oct 15, 2019 | Divorce | After your divorce in California, it is a time to rebuild your life. This may include moving away from where you lived as a family. Obviously, making a move will affect your […]