Category Archives: Family Law
Can I Count Items I Purchase For My Children Towards Child Support Payments?
California divorces focus on many aspects that dictate both spouses’ financial futures. There is the matter of equitably distributing assets and debts, examining eligibility for spousal support, and outlining child support requirements when the couple shares minor children. Once the details are finalized, the payments that follow can often be a point of contention… Read More »
Removing The Stigma From Prenuptial Agreements In San Bernardino
According to the U.S. Census, the median age for men and women to marry in 1960 was approximately 22 and 20, respectively. Last year, those ages swelled to 30 and 28. And that is not the only thing that has changed. Since Americans are getting married later, they are accumulating more experience, more assets… Read More »
Can Grandparents Be Awarded Custody of Grandchildren In California?
For some California children, grandparents provide love, support, stability, mentoring, guidance, and fun that their parents cannot, either through visitation or by sharing the same home. Often, these grandparents are compelled to step in to ensure their grandchildren remain in a safe and supportive environment when their parents cannot provide the physical and emotional… Read More »
Certified Family Law Specialist Fully Operating During the COVID-19 Pandemic
On March 19, 2020, California Governor, Gavin Newsome, issued a statewide stay-at-home order, which will remain in place until further notice. At the Law Office of Joyce Holcomb, our firm has pivoted with the mandate to keep our staff, clients, and the public safe during this unprecedented health crisis by closing our office to… Read More »
How Can I Fight a Contentious Child Custody Battle in San Bernardino?
Chances are, if you are in the middle of a contentious child custody battle, your divorce has been equally as combative up to this point. Unfortunately, when we are talking about your children, the fear of the unknown can be overwhelming. While each parent believes they have the most to offer and are both… Read More »
How Can a Family Lawyer Help Domestic Violence Survivors in San Bernardino?
Every sixty seconds in the United States, nearly 20 people are physically abused by an intimate partner, according to studies conducted by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. At the Law Office of Joyce Holcomb, our domestic violence attorney in San Bernardino, California is a Certified Family Specialist who can help victims understand their… Read More »
When Is It Important to Hire A Family Lawyer in San Bernardino?
Many life-changing legal issues require professional representation to ensure your rights are protected and that you are pursuing the best outcome available for your case. If you have been arrested for a crime, you will need a defense attorney to protect you from the prosecutor’s office. If you are starting a company, you will… Read More »
