Divorce resolutions usually come about via two primary routes: mediation or litigation. Each of these legal venues carries its own benefits and downsides, but what many people don’t consider is the fact that there is a third option: collaborative divorce.

Everyone loves their pets! This is why it might come as a surprise that, when it comes to divorce, California generally regards pets as property, lumped in with other assets and possessions that are to be split evenly between feuding spouses. Fortunately, the courts aren’t entirely rigid on this and, when both parties are able to collaborate in order to reach an agreement, they will entertain pet custody arrangements between two parties.

Divorce is an extremely difficult time for most people, and children in particular can be emotionally devastated. During this delicate time, it is especially important for you to provide them with the support that they need. Below, we’ve outlined a few key guidelines to help you and your loved ones cope with the challenges that divorce and family disputes often bring to the table. Remember, for more in-depth guidance, do not hesitate to reach out to us at the R&S Law Group, LLP. 

Pretty much everyone is on social media these days, which means that so much information and data is but a simple google search away. While the convenience of social media certainly cannot be understated, its presence can (and often does) complicate divorce proceedings in unexpected ways.

This is a question that we at the R & S Law Group, LLP are often asked. The truth is, self-representation is not uncommon. In fact, nearly half of all divorces in California include one party who has chosen to represent him or herself, rather than rely on a divorce attorney.