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3 things stay-at-home-moms undergoing a divorce need to know

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Apr 2, 2021 | Family Law

If you are a stay-at-home mom in the middle of a divorce, you probably have many concerns. As a parent, you chose to prioritize your children's development, sacrificing a great deal to do a job many refuse to acknowledge as an actual one, all out of love. You have...

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5 reasons mediation is a popular option for divorce

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Nov 30, 2020 | Divorce Mediation

If you and your spouse are facing divorce, the prospect of navigating a possibly contentious court battle probably leaves you feeling more than a little apprehensive. There are other options. Here are five reasons divorce mediation has become a popular alternative to...

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Moving out of state with children after divorce

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Aug 25, 2020 | Family Law

After your marriage ends, you may want to leave the Central Valley area or even completely relocate from California. Maybe you have a great job opportunity or want to have a family support system nearby.  Whatever the reason for your planned move, you may need to...

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Does worry about asset division keep you up at night?

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Aug 17, 2020 | Property Division

As a heavy equipment operator, you make a good income. Over the years, you have been able to afford a few luxuries like a speedboat and an RV. You also have a pension plan and a few investments. Now that you are facing divorce, you worry about property division and...

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What to include in a California parenting plan

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Jun 27, 2020 | Firm News

The co-parenting process is not always an easy one, but you may find that you and your ex manage the situation better when you have a parenting plan outlining the terms to which you agree. Most parenting plans accomplish two main objectives. First, they outline the...

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4 frequently asked questions about asset division during divorce

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | May 20, 2020 | Divorce

Whether a marriage has lasted months, years or decades, divorcing couples have often invested a great deal both financially and emotionally. Dividing two lives is not easy, and when a divorce involves children or potentially significant assets, the process often...

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Investment accounts and divorce: How to protect what’s yours

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | May 20, 2020 | Property Division

Once you decide to divorce, a good portion of your time will immediately turn to matters regarding property and debt division. For example, if you have investment accounts, these have the chance to be among the most valuable assets in your divorce. And for that reason...

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Ways doctors may screen children for toxic stress

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Apr 17, 2020 | Family Law

California pediatricians now have the authority to screen children for adverse childhood experiences, including those related to a divorce. A routine physical examination may include questions to determine whether a child's home life presents toxic stress.  A doctor...

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Is divorce litigation or mediation a better choice for your family?

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Mar 31, 2020 | Divorce Mediation

For most modern divorces, the two most common solutions people find themselves choosing between are divorce mediation or divorce litigation. While there are other forms of alternative dispute resolution, mediation is arguably the most popular. If you find yourself...

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Things to know about spousal support in California

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Feb 19, 2020 | Divorce

If you decide to divorce, a variety of issues will come to light during the process. For many divorcing couples, questions and concerns regarding spousal support are among the most important. Depending on the circumstances, the family law court may order one...

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