Family Law Blog

Navigating the complexities of spousal support can be a challenging aspect of divorce proceedings. In Alameda County, as in the rest of California, the courts take various factors into consideration when determining spousal support, commonly referred to as alimony. This blog aims to provide insights into how spousal support is handled in Alameda County and […]

Deciding to end a marriage is a significant and often challenging decision that couples face. In California, individuals have the option to pursue either a divorce or a legal separation, each with its unique implications and processes. This blog aims to shed light on the key differences between divorce and separation in California, helping you […]

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Divorces are difficult and challenging for partners, but they can even be more challenging for children. Depending on the age, a child may not understand the idea of a divorce or, if they’re older, they may respond in anger or bottle up their feelings.  While divorce generally isn’t the most ideal situation for a child, […]

Alimony Lawyers Alimony, otherwise referred to as spousal support, may be awarded if the divorce causes one spouse to not be able to support themselves during the proceeding. For instance, if one spouse had the role of staying home to parent, then they were probably financially dependent on their spouse. The parent who stayed home […]

Employment Discrimination Lawyer Similarly to our interpersonal relationships outside of the workplace, you want to feel safe and respected when you come into work every day. If you experience discrimination at work, it can cause you to become uncomfortable and make your job more difficult, and cause stress on your relationships outside of work. However, […]

Estate Planning Lawyer Sitting down and working out an estate plan isn’t something many people want to do. No one likes to think about the day they will no longer be here to take care of their loved ones. But having a solid estate plan in place will ensure that your wishes will be met […]

Si usted ha perdido a un ser querido a consecuencia del comportamiento negligente de un tercero, es necesario acuda con un especialista legal como un Abogado por muerte injusta. Causas de muerte injusta: Accidentes de automóvil y comportamientos negligentes Las causas de muerte injusta pueden suceder por negligencias de terceros en: Comportamiento negligente automovilista: –  […]

Divorce Lawyer Divorce is never an easy process to go through. There are difficult choices that must be made that can greatly impact the family, especially if a couple has children together. If you are going through divorce, you can complete your divorce much more smoothly when you have the help of a qualified and […]

Listen Now! Sit down with Attorney Bernie Kempen for this episode in his series “Flying Solo with Attorney Bernie” to discuss what it means to be a solo practitioner and how working with a solo practitioner for your family law case can be a major asset in negotiating the outcome you’re looking for.