Navigating the tumultuous waters of divorce can be a daunting experience. At Baghdaserians Law Group, we understand the emotional turmoil and legal complexities involved. With the rising number of divorces dominating recent headlines, we are more committed than ever to providing top-notch legal services to our clients. The Surge in Divorces According to recent reports, Read the full blog…
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Petitioning for Visitation Rights in California: Important Information for Grandparents
If you’re anything like most grandparents, you probably want to spend time with your grandchildren as they grow up. Unfortunately, sometimes parents of a child might keep the child’s grandparents from seeing them. This isn’t always fair and appropriate. If you’re a grandparent in California who wishes to see a grandchild that you believe is Read the full blog…
Reasons a California Family Court Might Not Award Alimony
When a married couple gets divorced in California, it’s not uncommon for a court to award alimony. This ensures a spouse who earns a lower income or has less earning capacity has the financial support they need to care for themselves. However, it’s important to understand that a court won’t always award alimony. There are Read the full blog…
Common Myths and Misconceptions About Prenups in California
Prenuptial agreements, also known as prenups or premarital agreements, are becoming increasingly common in California and other parts of the United States. Their purpose is to protect the assets and interests of both parties in the event of a divorce. Despite their growing popularity, however, prenuptial agreements are still shrouded in myths and misconceptions. The Read the full blog…
Can a California Divorce Court Judge Ignore a Prenuptial Agreement?
When couples get married, they may choose to enter into a prenuptial agreement, also known as a premarital agreement, which outlines the terms of their financial arrangement in the event of a divorce. In California, prenuptial agreements are generally considered valid and enforceable, but there are certain circumstances in which a judge may choose to Read the full blog…
The Importance of Not Selling Off Assets When Getting a Divorce in California
Getting a divorce can be an emotionally-draining experience. It can also be intimidating from a financial perspective. Whether your goal is to “get back at” your spouse or to simply address financial concerns, you may be tempted to sell off certain assets before your divorce is finalized. This is a mistake that can cost you Read the full blog…
Amending or Modifying a Prenuptial Agreement in California: What You Need to Know
A prenuptial agreement, also known as a premarital agreement, is a legally binding contract that is entered into by a couple prior to their marriage. It sets forth the terms and conditions that will govern the couple’s financial and property rights in the event of a divorce or death. While prenuptial agreements are generally enforceable Read the full blog…
Steps to Take Before Telling Your Spouse You’re Divorcing Them
Recognizing your marriage is ending and deciding to tell your spouse you plan on divorcing them can be a challenging experience—at first. However, if you’re genuinely unhappy in your marriage, you’ll eventually find that taking this step is liberating for all involved. That said, unless your circumstances require immediately addressing the issue of divorce (for Read the full blog…
3 Holiday Seasons Tips for Divorced Parents
The holiday season is fast approaching. For many, this is a joyous time of year. However, for divorced couples with children, it can sometimes be stressful. Both parents might feel they deserve to spend the holidays with their kids. Of course, unless two divorced individuals are able to spend time together in a civil manner, Read the full blog…
Divorce Rate is on the Decline in the United States
It is frequently said that approximately half of all marriages in the United States end in divorce. The truth is more complex. Essentially, there is no official consensus on how common divorce is in our country. Different statistical analyses yield different results. Additionally, although it is commonly believed that divorce has become increasingly common in Read the full blog…
More Young Americans Getting Prenups
Entering into a prenuptial (or pre-marital) agreement before getting married is a wise decision virtually all couples should consider. If a marriage does end in divorce, a prenuptial agreement can simplify the divorce process and ensure that certain assets and property are not divided up between the two spouses. However, there’s reason to believe that Read the full blog…
Documenting Domestic Violence: 3 Essential Tips
Being the victim of domestic violence is an experience no one should have to endure. Unfortunately, domestic violence is relatively common. It’s also important for victims to understand that physical abuse is not the only form domestic violence can take. Other forms of domestic violence include (but are not limited to) the following: Harassment Stalking Read the full blog…
Why Premarital Agreements Aren’t Merely for Couples With Sizable Assets
Entering into a premarital agreement is a wise decision for many reasons. A premarital agreement can help couples avoid future conflict by allowing them to agree upon certain critical issues before they are officially married. However, some mistakenly assume that premarital agreements are only for those with high net worths or substantial assets. That’s not Read the full blog…
Meet Ms. Lindsay Rosas, the latest Baghdaserians Law Group public interest fellow
Bag Law funded her one year fellowship stipend. We at Bag Law are super excited for all of the great work Lindsay will do for women and children. This is the second Bag Law fellow at Public Counsel. More from Lindsay about what she will be doing: “I will be working with Public Counsel’s Womens and Read the full blog…
Three Essential Benefits of Child Custody Mediation
When two parents get a divorce in California, if they are not able to agree on who should have custody of their children, they must first go through the process of mediation. If the matter cannot be resolved through mediation, only then can both parents present their cases to a judge. It’s important to take Read the full blog…
Filing a Divorce When You and Your Spouse Live in Different States
When matters in divorce fall under the jurisdiction of various states, the situation becomes much more complicated. Even if one spouse is currently residing in California, if the other spouse has been residing in another state for six months or more, complex issues like property distribution, custody, and support may arise. In these circumstances, each Read the full blog…