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Alimony / Spousal Support after Sex Reassignment
Alimony / Spousal Support after Sex Reassignment Apparently, recent case law in Ohio, regarding alimony at least, has ruled that a sex...

James Chau
Jul 31, 20211 min read
4 Tips for a More Peaceful Divorce
I came across a helpful article today. I think it contains good suggestions for couples seeking divorce or are going through one. ...

James Chau
Oct 31, 20202 min read
Dog and Cat Disputes in Divorce
Increasingly in divorce, pet ownership and property rights are coming before courts across the country. This article discusses how in...

James Chau
Dec 13, 20191 min read
Divorce Mistakes that Can Cost Big Time
This article does a good job of touching on a few unrelated issues that should be considered in the first stages of any divorce. Some...

James Chau
Dec 13, 20191 min read
Questions about Divorce Costs
I found an interesting article that goes over typical questions clients have when undergoing a divorce. One of the questions that is on...

James Chau
Dec 13, 20192 min read
Child Support Debt Collections
This article I found underscores an important fact about child support. It is a liability that survives even bankruptcy. A 74-year-old...

James Chau
Oct 31, 20191 min read
Contempt and Jail For Non Payment Child Support
This is a fascinating article about how circumstances can compound to lead to seemingly insurmountable issues in paying back child...

James Chau
Oct 31, 20192 min read
Tips on Keeping Separate Property in a Divorce
I read an interesting article about trends in separate finances among married couples. Protecting your assets in divorce is a major...

James Chau
Oct 31, 20192 min read
Things to Avoid when Getting a Santa Clara County Divorce
I read a great article on mistakes people make when going to court in a divorce. The number one mistake listed is going to court without...

James Chau
Oct 31, 20192 min read
Tips For Dog Owners in a Divorce
This article I found brings up a point that is probably furthest from mind when people enter into a divorce: who gets the dog? California...

James Chau
Oct 31, 20191 min read
Tips on Self Care During Contested Family Law Cases
I came across this article today that touches on an important issue in divorce. The process of a dissolution action is complicated and...

James Chau
Oct 31, 20191 min read
Rise of Social Media Evidence in Family Law and Divorce
Here is an interesting article I came across that can be eye opening for some people going through divorces at the present. In this...

James Chau
Oct 31, 20192 min read
Contempt and Jail For Non Payment Child Support
This is a fascinating article about how circumstances can compound to lead to seemingly insurmountable issues in paying back child...

James Chau
Oct 31, 20192 min read
Parentage Custody Issues for LGBT Parents
I found this article that outlines some of the basic framework and complications that can surround parentage in LGBT relationships. ...

James Chau
Oct 31, 20192 min read
Father's Rights and Lesbian Partners
The new world issue of alternative families and the intersection of the old family code is causing some changes to the law. I read this...

James Chau
May 1, 20192 min read
No Fault Divorce Reform
Many people take for granted that California is a "no fault" divorce state. There are many places in the world and even other states...

James Chau
May 1, 20191 min read
New Tax Laws and Changes to Alimony
With new changes in the 2019 tax laws, I have had quite a few clients ask me about the affect on their alimony negotiations. As many...

James Chau
May 1, 20191 min read
Tips on Finding a Reliable San Jose Divorce Attorney
I came across an article today that talks about finding the right attorney as a mom going into divorce. The article touches on the...

James Chau
May 1, 20192 min read
Tips for Same Sex / Gay Couples when Getting Married
I came across this interesting article that considers the importance of a premarital agreement for LGBTQ couples. Having not so long ago...

James Chau
May 1, 20192 min read
Financial Issues Post Divorce San Jose
An interesting article appeared on my feed that discussed the idea of post divorce financial discussions with your ex spouse. Often...

James Chau
Dec 9, 20181 min read
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