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Can child support orders be changed?

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Jul 12, 2018 | Child Support, Firm News

Sometimes, after a child support order is formed, circumstances occur that cause a parent to feel this order is no longer a good fit.Here in California, there are ways parents can seek to get child support orders changed. One route is to reach an agreement with...

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How does low income factor into child support?

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Jul 10, 2018 | Family Law, Firm News

Both parents of a child have a responsibility to care for and support the child, including financially. That is why California has a child support system to enable non-custodial parents to provide financial support to their children. However, support arrangements can...

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What you can’t do during a divorce

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Jul 3, 2018 | Firm News

The decision to get a divorce can often feel like a single, charged moment. It's likely been building for a while, but once you've finally made the decision, an entirely new chapter of your life begins. Even before proceedings have gotten underway, the divorce is real...

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Collaborative divorce can help you to avoid litigation

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Jun 22, 2018 | Firm News

You are headed for divorce, which naturally sparks a range of emotions within you. On the one hand, you look forward to moving on with your own life. Nevertheless, you dread the idea of going to divorce trial.The good news is that you do not necessarily have to go...

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Do you need an option other than co-parenting?

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Mar 23, 2018 | Blog, Firm News

Co-parenting seems to be everywhere. People are sharing custody, taking vacations together and even taking turns living in the marital home so that the children don't have to go back and forth to different homes. Many California parents take pride in the fact...

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Establishing paternity could protect you and your child

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Dec 21, 2017 | Blog, Firm News

As a California father, you play a vital role in the life of your child. However, there could be a roadblock to your rights as a parent and access to your kids if the law does not recognize you as the father. Whether you wish to establish your role as a dad or you...

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Keeping retirement on track by taking financial steps in divorce

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Sep 28, 2017 | Blog, Firm News

The end of a marriage can be a stressful and emotional period, regardless of the age of those involved. However, if you are approaching the golden years, you could have additional concerns regarding the process and how it might affect your plans for retirement.While...

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Uncovering and properly valuing hidden assets in divorce

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Jun 23, 2017 | Blog, Firm News

Property division is one of the most commonly contested issues in a divorce, and in an effort to better control what happens to marital property, one spouse may be tempted to hide certain assets. If you suspect that your soon-to-be ex-spouse is attempting to conceal...

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What are the differences between physical and legal custody?

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Mar 31, 2017 | Child Custody, Firm News

When going through divorce as a parent, your main concern undoubtedly falls on the well-being of your children. Child custody can have considerable impacts on your life and the lives of your children, and therefore, you may wish to understand the various aspects of...

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Should your dog be treated like a child or a toaster during divorce?

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Jan 17, 2017 | Firm News, High Asset Divorce

When it comes to the division of marital property during divorce, some things are easy. He gets the TV, she gets the antique furniture. But deciding who gets to keep the beloved family pets isn't always so simple.In fact, the way we treat our pets is often more akin...

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