by Catherine Schwartz | Sep 5, 2025 | Divorce
More often than not, divorce gets a bad rap, surrounded by negative connotations, with nightmares of them always being long, drawn-out, and draining. For many couples, however, it doesn’t have to be like that. You may wonder, “How long can an amicable divorce take in...
by Catherine Schwartz | Jul 2, 2025 | Criminal Defense
The terms parole and probation are used so often and sometimes interchangeably that knowing the difference between them can be confusing. Though they are both terms for criminal offender supervision, they are two different procedures and require different obligations...
by Catherine Schwartz | May 5, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Facing a felony drug charge can be an intimidating ordeal. In California, the charges themselves may be complex, leaving you unsure how to move forward. You may be left asking, “What are felony drug charges for first-time offenders in California?” Arrests on felony...
by Catherine Schwartz | Mar 17, 2024 | Child Support
Splitting up, whether through a divorce or a more informal situation, is complex when you have children with someone. One of your first questions may be, “How is child support calculated in California?” If you go to court and have your child support assigned to you by...
by Catherine Schwartz | Jan 17, 2024 | Divorce, Family Law
The legalization of same-sex marriage has been a wonderful victory for many couples across the United States. Yet the reality is that no marriage is perfect, and many same-sex couples will still need the support of a competent California same-sex divorce attorney. The...
by Catherine Schwartz | Nov 17, 2023 | Divorce, Family Law
In June 2013, same-sex marriage was legalized in California when the state Supreme Court ruled that prohibiting same-sex marriages was unconstitutional. It was a historic decision that was upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court, giving validation to same-sex marriage...
by Catherine Schwartz | Sep 21, 2023 | Family Law
Built on the foundations of love, marriage is often thought of as the greatest expression of affection between two individuals. Not every long-term relationship will take this step, however. Whether for financial reasons, individual reasons, or just not wanting to...
by Catherine Schwartz | Jul 13, 2023 | Child Support, Family Law
The thought of your child turning against you can be unimaginable and is most parents’ worst nightmare. Knowing that your child’s other parent is turning them against you can be even worse. Parental alienation is a horrible form of manipulation, and at the Law Offices...
by Catherine Schwartz | May 20, 2023 | Divorce, Family Law
In California, alimony is also called spousal support, and it represents court-ordered payments a divorced spouse pays to a former spouse or domestic partner. In the case of a domestic partner, these payments are referred to as domestic partner support rather than...
by Catherine Schwartz | Jun 19, 2022 | Divorce, Family Law
If you are hoping to end your marriage as fast as possible in Murrieta, California, there are several factors to consider. Divorce is never simple, and even the most amicable dissolutions can have challenges along the way. Every case is unique, and though no one can...
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