Family Law Buzzwords
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by Kelly Chang Rickert
1w ago
Family Law Buzzwords Family law terms are confusing.  Abbreviations like ATRO, CCP, RFO – what do they mean? Below are some common terms seen on family law documents and heard in family law courts. ATRO = Automatic Temporary Restraining Orders Automatic temporary restraining orders are found on page 2 of the Summons. These are things that you cannot do once the divorce has been filed. ATRO The Automatic Temporary Restraining Orders are Family Code 2040, which states: 2040. (a) In addition to the contents required by Section 412.20 of the Code of Civil Procedure, the summons shall contain ..read more
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Can Birth Mom Change Mind
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by Kelly Chang Rickert
2w ago
Can Birth Mom Change Mind? You are a birth mother who’s agreed to place your baby for adoption. When Can I Change My Mind? You may change your mind at any time prior to signing consent papers. See Consent to adoption. After papers are signed, in private adoptions, you have 30 calendar days after signing the consent to change your mind. However, if you signed a Waiver of Right to Revoke Consent Independent  or Waiver of Right to Revoke Relinquishment in front of a judge, your consent is immediately irrevocable, and you cannot change your mind. If you signed a Waiver of the Right to Revoke ..read more
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I’m Not Married, Does the Father of Baby Have Rights?
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by Kelly Chang Rickert
1M ago
I’m Not Married, Does the Father of Baby Have Rights? The rights of the baby’s father is dependent on several factors. The answer to this very tricky question delves deep into parentage law.  Remember, any information you read on the internet is just information, NOT legal advice.  It’s best to consult an attorney! If You Are Married If you are married, you fall under Family Code 7540 Conclusive presumption as child of marriage exceptions, which states: (a) Except as provided in Section 7541, the child of spouses who cohabited at the time of conception and birth is conclusively pres ..read more
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I’m Pregnant What Are My Options
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by Kelly Chang Rickert
1M ago
I’m pregnant, options? If you are pregnant and considering adoption, you must be feeling a myriad of emotions: Scared. Confused. Overwhelmed.  As is repeated 365 times in the Bible, DO NOT BE AFRAID. You are the only one to make the decision for your child.  Even if you have already found adoptive parents and have communicated with them, you do not owe them anything.  You can still change your mind. Frequently Asked Questions What are my options? If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy, no decision will be an easy one. Before you make ANY decision, it is important to arm yourse ..read more
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Average Length of Marriage Before Divorce
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by Kelly Chang Rickert
1M ago
Average Length of Marriage Before Divorce What is the average length of marriage? In what year of marriage is divorce most common? 12 year Marriages In my experience, it’s 12 years.  Most couples file for divorce in year 12. This article says 7 or 8 years. Britney Spears’ 14 month marriage just came to an end. Every 36 Seconds This article states that every 36 seconds, someone files for divorce in the United States. Marriage Advice Except for abuse, I am against divorce.  I believe most couples should try to reconcile.  There is an enemy out there, but it is not your spouse. I h ..read more
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Protecting Children Online
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by Kelly Chang Rickert
1M ago
It’s legislative season  (see 2024_senate_legislative_deadlines. ) Protecting Children Online Around the nation, lawmakers are getting serious about protecting kids online. Below are 3 Bills to watch in California. AB 1831 On January 16, 2024, Assemblymember Marc Berman (D-Menlo Park) introduced AB 1831, which makes it illegal to create, distribute, or possess Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) created by artificial intelligence. (AI) In his blog, Berman states: “The sexual exploitation of children must be illegal, full stop. It should not matter that the images were generated by AI, whi ..read more
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2024 Changes to Family Law
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by Kelly Chang Rickert
2M ago
There are some changes coming to California Family Law this year, effective September 1, 2024. Below is a summary. Family Code 4061(a): Old Law Under the previous law, add-ons (like childcare and uncovered medical expenses, are usually divided equally (50%) between the parties.  There is an option to change the division based on the parties’ relative net incomes. Amended Family Code section 4061(a) The new law will make it mandatory to allocate add-ons based on the parties’ incomes. Family Code 4061 (a): New Law Child support add-ons shall be apportioned according to the parties’ relati ..read more
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Wedding Planning Includes Prenup!
The Law and Mediation Offices of Kelly Chang Blog
by Kelly Chang Rickert
2M ago
Wedding Planning Includes Prenup! Before you marry, learn the law regarding marriage in your state! You Already Have a Prenup If you get married without a prenuptial agreement, the law in the state you eventually divorce will dictate the division of your property, and the amount and duration of support you get. The law is your default prenup. Marriage and Money This is 2024.  Women have their own bank accounts.  Women make up more than half of the work force.  With inflation, nearly EVERYONE must work to sustain a family.  Gone are the days of one-supporter households. Lear ..read more
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New Year, Bad Laws
The Law and Mediation Offices of Kelly Chang Blog
by Kelly Chang Rickert
3M ago
New Year, Bad Laws Before I wrote this blog post, I read Romans 13.  This is the verse I have most trouble with, living in California.  It feels like the governing authorities in California are evil, and taking away the rights of the good people (like parents) and freely giving rights to criminals. Romans 13 Basically, Romans 13 says this: Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God.  Consequently, whoever rebels against the authority is rebelling ag ..read more
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What is CCP 664.6?
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by Kelly Chang Rickert
3M ago
What is CCP 664.6?Photo by Anastasia Shuraeva from Pexels Agreement! I’ve had an extremely LONG divorce and my husband and I finally reached an agreement on all issues.  How do I make sure he/she doesn’t back out of it? Have Judge Approve it If you are in Court at the time you reach an agreement, NO problem.  Just go into the Courtroom, and wait your turn.  The clerk will call your case, the Judge will have one of your attorneys brief him/her on the agreement.  Once it’s read into the record, it is binding and fully enforceable. Not Near a Court? Put it in Wr ..read more
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