Law Office of Jeffrey D. Stearman, Esq.
People often wonder what the current divorce rate is in California. It is actually much lower than currently believed. According to the most recent census data gathered by the United States Census Bureau, the divorce rate in California, as of…
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In 2012, it was reported that the divorce rate in California was at a staggering 75%. Times have really changed, especially with the ever-changing marriage habits of the different age groups, such as the Baby Boomers (age 50 and older);…
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The Covid-19 virus has had a serious impact on marriages in the United States. One indication of this is the spike in sales of “divorce agreements” for the do-it-yourselfers. Although this is NOT something I would recommend utilizing, it was…
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Are you thinking about divorce in Orange County? Are you having issues exercising your current parenting plan? Did you lose your job and are unable to pay spousal or child support? If you are dealing with these or any other…
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Generally, in California there are two types of divorce or dissolution cases- Contested and Uncontested. As would be expected, the uncontested divorce is simpler and can have a faster resolution. Be aware though, that in California there is a minimum…
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In California, most child support orders dictate that child support will continue “until the child reaches the age of majority, dies, becomes emancipated or until further order of court. Pursuant to Family Code section 3901, subdivision (a), support shall continue…
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