Palimony is a similar idea to alimony for married couples. Palimony is essentially some sort of compensation when the relationship of a non-married couple comes to an end. California technically does not have palimony laws because this state does not…
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After going through a divorce, most people will again start looking for love, and they will find new partners. This can be a very good thing as it allows people to move beyond the bad memories and into what is hopefully a happier life. However, thing…
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Is an Amicable Divorce Possible? Have you ever heard of an amicable divorce? To some, this term is as foreign as an alien language, as rare as a Cubs World Series win, and as unlikely as a rain of toads in top hats. While it might not seem possible t…
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While you might be going through a rough divorce right now, and you might have nary a good word to say about your soon to be ex, you have to take a step back for a moment. While you may despise one another currently, there was a time when you cared d…
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At the Law Offices of Rick D. Banks, I have a passion to provide my clients with the information they need to successfully navigate their divorce case. As a Fresno divorce lawyer, I know that it is not an easy situation to make such important and lif…
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How do we handle divorce cases at The Law Offices of Rick D. Banks? While every case is different, and not all cases require each of the steps outlined below, this is a list of what we normally do at our firm when preparing your divorce case, and, if…
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The California Child Custody Court Process California’s court process regarding child custody litigation can be very expensive, as well as lengthy. More importantly, contested child custody proceedings are hardly ever in the child’s best interest…
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Is the other party to your family law order in violation of the judgment? You probably want to know if the order can be enforced. Your family law order for spousal support, child support, child custody, and child visitation, as well as other issues c…
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One question that is often asked, and is very crucial in a divorce case is “when did the relationship actually end?” The answer to that question can have a significant impact on tens, or hundreds of thousands, or even millions of potential commun…
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California Child Support Defined Here in California, the Family Code says that child “support” refers to a support obligation owing on behalf of a child or an amount owing to a county for reimbursement of public assistance paid on behalf of a chi…
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