Category Archives: Family
What Does California Law Require Before a Parent Prove to Relocate with a Child After a Divorce?
Life does not stand still after a divorce. A new job offer, a remarriage, or a desire to be closer to extended family can all raise the question of whether a parent may move away with a child. If you share custody of a child in California, you may be wondering what the law… Read More »
Is a Postnuptial Agreement Enforceable in California?
There are various reasons that spouses seek to reach an agreement during the marriage and before divorce is initiated concerning the ownership of certain assets or debts, or whether alimony will be paid in the event of a divorce. In an ideal world, nobody who goes through the process of getting married would later… Read More »
What Should My Parenting Plan Include?
Whether you are going through a divorce and share minor children with your spouse, or you have minor children with a partner from whom you are separating, you will need to think about child custody and parenting time (formally called “visitation”). In California, child custody consists of legal custody and physical custody. Legal custody… Read More »
How to Obtain a Legal Name Change
There are various reasons that a person in California may want to obtain a legal name change: getting married, getting divorced, after an adoption, after becoming a US citizen, in the aftermath of domestic violence, or in seeking a name change to match your gender identity or your child’s gender identity. Name changes are… Read More »
Family Code 3044 and the Presumption Associated with a Finding of Domestic Violence
When parents of minor children go through a divorce or a separation, courts must address child custody and visitation. Child custody in California has two components. First, courts address physical custody, which refers to the supervision and physical care of the child, meaning where the child lives and which parent provides the day-to-day care…. Read More »
Can Your Ex Retire To Avoid Paying Spousal Support?
Spousal support, or alimony, is often one of the most contentious aspects of a divorce settlement. If you are receiving spousal support, you may worry about what happens if your ex-spouse decides to retire. Can they simply stop working to avoid making payments? In California, the answer is not so straightforward. While retirement can… Read More »
Key Factors the Court Considers in a Spousal Support Battle
When couples go through a divorce, one of the most contested issues is often spousal support, also known as alimony. In California, courts must evaluate a number of factors to determine whether one spouse should receive ongoing financial support and for how long that support should be paid. At Foster Hsu, LLP in San… Read More »
Do Prenups Cover Digital Assets?
As digital assets continue to grow in value and importance, more couples are asking whether prenuptial agreements (prenups) can cover online businesses, cryptocurrency, domain names, and other digital properties. In today’s digital age, assets are no longer just physical or financial. They include social media accounts, online businesses, NFTs, and even intellectual property like… Read More »
Prenups for Second Marriages: Protecting Your Kids and Assets
Second marriages often bring a fresh start and renewed hope for happiness. However, they also introduce unique financial and legal complexities, especially when children from a previous marriage are involved. A well-drafted prenuptial agreement (prenup) with Foster Hsu, LLP can help protect your assets, provide for your children, and set clear financial expectations between… Read More »
Who Pays the Medical Bills for Children in a Divorce?
When navigating a divorce, one of the most critical concerns for parents is determining how to manage their children’s medical expenses. At Foster Hsu, LLP we understand how medical expenses are divided between parents can help minimize conflict and provide clarity as you move forward. Medical Expenses in California Divorce Cases In California, child… Read More »
