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The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc in our daily lives. Schools are closed, parents are working from home, and some have lost their jobs. Life is not what it was just a few months ago. Children are now with parents all day—every day. Parents are now responsible for their children’s educational needs, entertainment, and [...]
There is a growing concern amongst professionals regarding a rise in domestic abuse during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the period from March 1 through April 25, 2020, the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department logged 2,309 domestic-related calls. This is roughly a three percent increase from the 2,237 calls handled during the same date range [...]
Heightened anxiety and uncertainty in the world often result in significant family distress, including a surge in domestic violence incidents. As a family law practice, we need to show up for our clients now more than ever. For that reason, JWB Family Law is operating under the same business hours as usual. We are [...]
If you are involved in a family court case in San Diego County and there are issues of child custody rights and visitation, at some point you will need to go through preparing for mediation with Family Court Services. This usually takes place prior to any court hearing on these issues. Mediation for Custody [...]
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men have experienced domestic violence by an intimate partner during their lifetime. The San Diego County District Attorney’s Office found that domestic violence has many forms including physical aggression, sexual abuse, emotional or psychological abuse, stalking, or [...]
Family law issues are never fun to encounter, but working with a reputable family law attorney makes the process somewhat easier. We know that choosing the right attorney is very impactful on you, your family, and your the results of your divorce, so we've provided five things to consider when hiring a San Diego [...]
There is a lot to consider when you’re going through a divorce. One important factor? The basic divorce costs and financial implications. Generally, when facing financial issues during a divorce your lifestyle will change dramatically. Some bills may go unpaid, other bills might need to be negotiated, creditors may come calling, and, if you [...]
Whether you’ve been divorced for a while or just recently separated, the holidays bring a unique set of challenges when it comes to custody arrangements. We will explain navigating custody arrangements and it's challenges, including any legal steps you should take. Negotiating joint custody arrangements that include equal amounts of time during holiday and [...]
When you’re getting a divorce, there are many important considerations. One of those is, what happens to your health insurance during a divorce? When a California divorce case is filed, there are immediate temporary restraining orders that issue and that affect both parties’ abilities to cancel coverage or change the beneficiaries of any insurance [...]
The engagement ring and wedding band—symbols of love and commitment. But what happens when the relationship breaks apart? Who gets the ring in a divorce? Well, it depends on the stage at which the relationship ends. https://youtu.be/BMP9Eb4XduU When an Engagement Is Called Off Under California law, the gift of an engagement ring creates [...]
The Preeminent AV Rating from Martindale-Hubbell recognizes an attorney’s exemplary legal ability and professional ethics. Learn more about the founder of JWB Family Law, Jane Wesley Brooks, CFLS. Jane is a Certified Family Law Specialist with the California State Bar, and a Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Peer Rated lawyer.
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