Navigating the legal system can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to family law. Whether you’re facing a divorce, child custody battle, or other family-related legal issue, it’s important to have a clear understanding of the laws that govern your situation. This comprehensive guide will help you better understand family law, so you […]

Since California is a community property state, you and your spouse must divide your marital property and debt equally. Many divorcing couples dread the property division process but understanding the community property aspect and preparing in advance can lower the stress level. How community property division works Any assets and debts you and your spouse […]

When you and your spouse divorce, the court issues an order for child custody and visitation. Family law decisions involving children always make their interests a primary consideration. However, as your children get older, their needs and interests may change. At the same time, your circumstances, or those of your ex-spouse, may alter as you […]

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Family law is a complex and emotional field that requires the expertise of a highly skilled and compassionate attorney. At Ryan Family Law, our goal is to provide clients with a full range of family law services that help them navigate the legal process and achieve the best possible outcome. Whether you are dealing with […]

You may have heard that California is a community property state. This means that all property a couple acquires during marriage belongs to both of them equally under the law and that the couple will need to divide them evenly in case of divorce or separation. Understanding the difference between community property and separate property, […]

It is very difficult to gauge how many men experience abuse at the hands of a domestic partner. Statistics indicate that as many as one-third of all men may experience it at some point, but researchers acknowledge that many cases may go unreported and therefore uncounted. According to The Domestic Violence Hotline, abusers rarely take […]