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Divorced fathers and child custody awards

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Feb 28, 2014 | Child Custody, Firm News

The role of primary caregiver is being fulfilled by an increasing number of single American fathers.Although single mother households still outnumber them -- representing around 8.6 million households in 2011, based on a Pew Research study -- the rise of the single...

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Potential property division and tax issues during divorce

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Feb 21, 2014 | Firm News, High Asset Divorce

When it comes to dividing property, divorce can be a complicated process for many California couples. The state’s community property laws with respect to marital debts and assets may not always seem intuitive.The first step is separating marital assets from...

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The role Facebook can play in a divorce

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Feb 14, 2014 | Child Custody, Firm News

The world of divorce and family law is always evolving, and with these developments has come improved processes and better divorces (a phrase that many people may seem like a myth). In a similar, albeit more rapid, way, the world of technology is always evolving. In...

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Protecting yourself, financially and emotionally, in a divorce

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Feb 3, 2014 | Firm News, High Asset Divorce

When a person decides they want to divorce their spouse, it can be a startling realization for some, and it can be difficult to prepare for, even for people who may have felt their marriage was rocky for many years.The divorce process can be difficult, but people can...

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Does religion affect divorce rates?

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Jan 30, 2014 | Alimony, Firm News

Is there a connection between divorce and religion? The answer might be yes, but not in the way that readers expect.According to a recent study performed by researchers at two colleges, divorce rates are higher in religiously conservative states. The study...

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One-third of child support obligations may go unpaid

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Jan 24, 2014 | Child Support, Firm News

Parents have a legal obligation to provide for their dependent children, even after a divorce, and even if they are not the custodial parent. Courts recognize this responsibility by approving child support orders.Yet according to a 2011 report prepared by the U.S....

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Should postnuptial agreements compensate stay-at-home parents?

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Jan 17, 2014 | Alimony, Firm News

Many modern parents prefer to split child-raising responsibilities. With the help of technology, options like telecommuting or adopting an alternative work schedule can help parents work around daycare or school schedules.However, some families choose to have one...

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The financial and emotional toll of divorce

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Jan 10, 2014 | Firm News, High Asset Divorce

Going through a divorce can take a significant emotional toll on anyone.  Even if a couple approaches a divorce amicably, the process will inevitably result in change -- and that, in turn, will require time for adjustment.Yet the body is a resilient machine, and...

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California woman accused of kidnapping her own children

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Jan 2, 2014 | Child Custody, Firm News

After more than 18 months apart, two Los Angeles fathers have been reunited with their sons. The mother of both children became the focus of an international manhunt that required the coordinated efforts of the FBI, Interpol and local authorities in Europe. The legal...

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Divorced spouses coexisting in harmony

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Dec 27, 2013 | Divorce Mediation, Firm News

California residents who are in the process of divorce may wonder about ways to make the process easier on themselves. It may be a relief to learn that it is possible for former spouses to get along with each other once the divorce is final. This habit of cooperation...

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