If you are not in a healthy marriage, it’s okay to make the decision to end it. California is a no fault divorce state, which means that anyone can initiate a divorce proceeding at any time for any reason. You do not need your partner’s consent to apply for divorce, however, it would make the... read more →

Posted on: June 21, 2019

When two parents separate, whether they were legally married or not, child support comes into play. By law, parents are required to provide financial support for their children. This is true even of children that do not live in the same household as them. Often parents can agree on child support payments without getting the... read more →

Posted on: June 14, 2019

Child custody is a topic that can come up during a paternity dispute, divorce, or guardianship issue. The well-being of the child is the most important consideration during a custody dispute, but you want to make sure that your rights are respected. If you’re currently going through a divorce, separation or other custody dispute, it’s... read more →

Posted on: June 5, 2019

After a divorce, domestic violence incident, paternity dispute or custody battle, a family law order or agreement is typically put into place. This order or agreement is designed to protect the well-being of families and children in the wake of legal issues. However, circumstances often change and evolve. This means that family law orders such... read more →

Posted on: May 30, 2019

In California, either partner may initiate divorce proceedings at any time for any reasons because California is a no-fault divorce state. The other partner’s consent is not even necessary to complete the proceeding, but it is much easier if both parties can work amicably to resolve the issues. When it comes to separating from a... read more →

Posted on: May 22, 2019

In that state of California, domestic violence is taken very seriously. There are numerous protections offered to victims, but it important to act quickly and have an experienced family law attorney like Kendall Gkikas & Mitchell, LLP on your side. What is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence is defined as physical, verbal, emotional or psychological abuse... read more →

Posted on: May 15, 2019

If you are getting divorced and are working with your soon to be ex-spouse on drafting a settlement agreement there are certain factors that must be taken into consideration when it comes to dividing property assets fairly. Financial Assets The first thing to look at is financial assets. These include cash, savings accounts, checking accounts,... read more →

Posted on: May 9, 2019

Many people assume that the first step in a divorce is to file divorce papers. This is true for many, but others consider a legal separation first. Keep reading to find out five reasons it may be the right choice for you. Then contact at to set up a consultation and learn more about your... read more →

Posted on: April 25, 2019

Child custody is a big subject and it can be hard to know what’s true and what’s not. The best way to get specific advice about your specific case is to contact and request child custody consultation. In the meantime, you can read on to get answers to some of the most commonly asked questions.... read more →

Posted on: April 18, 2019

When you come up with a child custody order or visitation order, it is not likely to continue to work forever. When it does come time to modify it, there are simple steps that can be followed. Whether the cause is the child becoming older and having different needs, one parent moving, a parent getting... read more →

Posted on: April 11, 2019