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What are the Most Common Reasons Long-Term Marriages End in Divorce?
At the Law Office of Joyce Holcomb, our Certified Family Law attorney in San Bernardino knows that long-term marriages have seen a significant rise in divorces, according to data released from the National Center for Health Statistics and U.S. Census Bureau that stated divorces for people who are 50 and older has doubled since 1990…. Read More »
How Can I Move Forward Financially After a California Divorce?
At the Law Office of Joyce Holcomb, our Certified Family Law lawyers in San Bernardino understands that every divorce is different, as is the financial fallout that occurs during and after. We also know that money impacts nearly all the personal and professional aspects of people’s lives, which can make divorce a very scary prospect… Read More »
What Goes Inside a Successful California Parenting Plan?
At the Law Office of Joyce Holcomb, our Certified Family Law Specialist in San Bernardino understands that when couples with children decide to divorce, their priorities shift, so their focus is on the best interests of their kids. This is good news because our divorce attorney also knows that is exactly where the court’s focus will be… Read More »
What Should I Do After Receiving Divorce Papers in California?
Receiving a divorce petition can occur in one of two ways. Either you were expecting them, or you were blindsided by them. While the latter is often much harder to grasp, the reality is — the papers are here, and you will have to respond. At the Law Office of Joyce Holcomb, our divorce… Read More »
How to Handle an Unforgiving Ex-Spouse While Co-Parenting Children
At the Law Office of Joyce Holcomb, our Certified Family Law Specialist and divorce attorney in San Bernardino, California understands that just because your divorce has been finalized does not mean the people involved have changed their habits or personalities. The reality is, even after you get divorced, both you and your ex-spouse may… Read More »
How Can I File a Restraining Order in California?
At the Law Office of Joyce Holcomb, our Certified Family Law Specialist in San Bernardino understands that conflict occurs in many types of relationships. At times, the emotional components of these disagreements can lead to reactions that cross physical and emotional boundaries that can only be remedied by filing for a restraining order in… Read More »
Navigating Holiday Parenting Plans During a Pandemic
Chances are, if you are divorced and share minor children with your ex-spouse, 2020 has been an exceptional challenge when navigating parenting plans and custody agreements. With local health guidelines constantly changing to slow the spread of COVID, parents are charged with adjusting their kid’s schedules on the fly, which is not always easy… Read More »
Avoiding Destructive Behavior During a California Divorce
At the Law Office of Joyce Holcomb, our divorce attorney in San Bernardino knows that even when a divorce is amicable, and both spouses respect the fact that it is time to move on, the process is still stressful, exhausting, and confusing. After one spouse files for divorce, there are many decisions to be… Read More »
How Can My Spouse and I Successfully Live Together During Our California Divorce Proceedings?
As challenging as 2020 has been so far, getting divorced during a pandemic may be increasingly complex compared to a time when we were free to move about the court system unimpeded by closures, scheduling backlogs, social distancing, and mask requirements. Once divorce documents have been filed, it is not a forgone conclusion that… Read More »
Am I Guaranteed to Receive Spousal Support Payments After My California Divorce?
At the Law Office of Joyce Holcomb, our San Bernardino Family Law lawyers understands there is a lot of confusion regarding what happens when couples decide to divorce in California. While our state allows temporary, rehabilitative, and permanent spousal support to be awarded during the divorce proceedings and as part of the final decree,… Read More »