What steps I undertake to ensure that transfer of property (to me) during the marriage still would be treated separate property?

Your time, skill, and talent are community property in addition to the assets you acquire other than by gift, devise, or bequest. Since you are...

How can I expedite my divorce?

When I need to expedite something like this for my client I file a Request For Order and set a hearing date. Typically routine matters are...

Someone told me that if you get married in las vegas when u get a divorce properties or whatever they own aren't divided?

I assume your parents are/were residents of California. If correct, when a case is filed in California and the California court acquires...

How will getting a divorce affect a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

This is a very broad question. With additional expenses (i.e. now supporting 2 households), the chapter 13 case may no longer be feasible and the...

Can a collector garnish my unemployment benefits that are linked to my EDD BOFA DEBIT CARD?

EDD benefits are exempt (except for a domestic support obligation).

Can I file for a divorce in California where we were married and leave to my country and so wait for the process there?

You really need to talk to a qualified attorney about this situation. If you meet the residency requirements (6 mos. in CA // 3 mos. in county...

When file the form fl-165 in Santa Clara County, do I have to attach form fl-150 and fl-160?

No. However, you must make sure you have served the Declaration of Disclosure and Declaration Regarding Services of Declaration of Disclosure and...

How to minimize financial loss in a divorce in california in six yrs of marriage ?

If you were living separate and apart and there was some express or implied communication that neither intended to continue with the marriage, then...

The property equalization payment and attorneys fees are not tax deductible. If you are obligated to pay spousal support, it is tax deductible to...

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I am being sued and received the summons today but it says it was filed 11/5/2013. Does that mean it's a default judgment?

In most lawsuits, you have 30 days from the date of service to file an answer with the court to prevent a default judgment (there are...