Many factors go into the judge’s decision. Some of the considerations include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. The length of time a child has spent under the actual care and control of any person other than a parent 2. The desires of the parents and what they submit...

Child support is calculated in the state of California just like in most states. Some common factors that are considered include: Each parent’s income Who gets the physical custody Medical expenses Child care costs Although child support is paid to your ex, remember it’s benef...

Divorce cases involving high-net-worth individuals (HNWI) are going to be incredibly complex when it comes to dividing assets. Consider that these cases may involve a combination of the following: Savings and checking accounts Division of real estate Stock options Investment p...

Stephanie L. Mahdavi became certified as a family law specialist in 2007 by the State Bar of California Department of Legal Specialization. In 2009, she opened her own practice where she continues to focus primarily on family law cases. Stephanie L. Mahdavi has tried complex c...