Updates From the Family Law Forum of Southern California
As Family Laws evolve and change, Leon F. Bennett and his legal team will stay on top of news and notes from the Family Law industry as it relates to California legal issues that affect you or someone you may know. If you have any questions about past or present legal matters, please call us for a free consultation. We will fight for what’s best for you and your family.
7 Divorce Checklist Steps Before You Hire a Family Law Attorney
Philosophically, divorce represents much more than just a legal dissolution of marriage. It embodies several profound dimensions: Divorce can be [...]
How Sperm Donor or Surrogate Rights Can Affect California Child Custody Cases
In California, laws surrounding assisted reproduction—including sperm donation and surrogacy—are relatively well-defined compared to many other states. Over the past [...]
California Child Support Modification: What to do When Circumstances Change
Life rarely stays the same from one year to the next, and few situations illustrate this more than navigating child [...]
Child Custody Relocation: What You Need to Know Before You Move
Relocating with your child is a big decision that can significantly impact your custody arrangements. Whether it’s for a new [...]
Contested vs Uncontested Divorce: What’s the Difference
Divorce is never an easy process, but understanding the key differences between contested and uncontested divorce can help you navigate [...]
How to Terminate a California Domestic Violence Restraining Order
In California, domestic violence restraining orders (DVROs) serve as a protective legal tool to shield individuals from harm, harassment, or [...]
Divorce Mediation in Los Angeles: What Comes Next?
The mediation process is a great way to settle a divorce case. This process between the two spouses also involves [...]
Can a Friend or Family Member Act on Behalf of a Person Seeking Divorce?
Navigating a divorce is a challenging and emotionally taxing process. Often, individuals going through a divorce lean on their friends [...]
What Is a No Fault State and What Are My Divorce Rights in California
Divorce can be a complex and emotionally charged experience. In California, the process is somewhat simplified by the state’s no [...]
