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Got married after drafting your will? In CA, your spouse may have legal rights to your estate even if they are not named in it. Omitted heir protections exist — but updating your plan is always cleaner. naimishlewislaw.com/estate-plannin…

Your Family Court Services appointment in San Diego carries real weight. The social worker's recommendation shapes the judge's order. What you say and how you say it matters more than most parents realize. naimishlewislaw.com/family-law/chi…

Dividing a 401(k) in a CA divorce takes more than an agreement. It requires a QDRO, a specific court order. Get it wrong and you could face taxes, penalties, and delays. The details matter. naimishlewislaw.com/estate-plannin… #Divorce #RetirementAssets #QDRO #PropertyDivision

Spousal support in CA is not automatic and rarely permanent. Length of marriage, earning capacity, and standard of living all factor in. The court sets the terms, and they can be changed later. naimishlewislaw.com/family-law/spo…

Received an inheritance while paying child support in CA? It may not count as income, but it can still affect your case. Courts can impute earnings on a lump sum, and arrears can be collected from it. naimishlewislaw.com/child-support/… #ChildSupport #FamilyLaw #Inheritance

In a CA divorce, your first financial disclosure is not your last. You have a continuing legal duty to update your spouse as finances change. Violate it and a court can sanction you or reopen the case. naimishlewislaw.com/family-law/div… #FamilyLaw #Divorce #CaliforniaLaw #AssetDisclosure

A will still goes through probate in California. A living trust does not. One is public. One is private. One takes months. One does not. If you own property in CA, the difference matters. naimishlewislaw.com/trusts/do-i-ne… Schedule a consultation to discuss your options.

Stayed in the family home after separation without paying rent? Your spouse may be owed compensation. California law calls these Watts charges. It matters more than people think at the settlement table. naimishlewislaw.com/family-law/rei…

Getting married in California does not dissolve a registered domestic partnership. Both remain active at the same time. Divorce ends the marriage but not the partnership. Most couples have no idea until they are already in the middle of a legal dispute. naimishlewislaw.com/family-law/how…

California child support does not adjust automatically when your income or custody situation changes. You need a court order. And filing for modification can sometimes result in paying more, not less. Know the risks before you file. #ChildSupport naimishlewislaw.com/child-support/…

If you got married after writing your will in California, your spouse may be entitled to a large portion of your estate even if they are not in the document. Omitted heir protections under the Probate Code can override your written wishes. naimishlewislaw.com/estate-plannin…

A California will or trust can be voided if someone overcame the creator's free will through excessive persuasion. The influencer does not have to threaten anyone. A caregiver, advisor, or family member with too much control over the process can be enough. naimishlewislaw.com/estate-plannin…

If California co-parents cannot agree on a holiday visitation schedule, a court hearing may be months away, sometimes after the holiday has already passed. A well-drafted parenting plan built before conflicts arise is the only reliable protection. naimishlewislaw.com/family-law/cal…

Biology does not automatically equal custody rights. A person who raised a child as their own from birth may have stronger legal standing than a biological parent who was never involved. Presumed parent status is based on the relationship, not DNA. naimishlewislaw.com/family-law/pre…

California courts cannot force a parent to pay for college. Child support ends at 18. After that, the only way to compel college contributions is through a prior written agreement. If it is not in your settlement, the court cannot help you later. naimishlewislaw.com/family-law/chi…

A handwritten, signed note can be a legally valid will in California. No witnesses, no notary required. But an undated holographic will can be challenged, overridden, and still goes through probate. Simple is not always safe. #EstatePlanning naimishlewislaw.com/estate-plannin…

Filing for divorce in California triggers automatic legal restrictions the same day, no court hearing needed. Moving money, changing insurance, or taking your kids out of state could already be a violation. Most people have no idea until it is too late. naimishlewislaw.com/family-law/aut…

Having a will in California does not mean your estate avoids probate. It means the court follows your instructions during probate. Avoiding probate entirely requires a different kind of planning. #EstatePlanning naimishlewislaw.com/estate-plannin…

A postnuptial agreement in California can be voided if one spouse gained even a hint of unfair advantage in the negotiation. The fiduciary duty between married spouses sets a higher bar than prenups face. Getting it wrong has real financial consequences. naimishlewislaw.com/family-law/pos…

California treats pets as property in divorce, but judges must also consider their care needs when deciding ownership. There is no guaranteed outcome for either spouse. Knowing the standard before proceedings begin matters. #Divorce #FamilyLaw naimishlewislaw.com/family-law/who…