East Bay Family Law and Mediation PC

02/22/2024

We have a new blog post! This brief overview sheds light on the transformative process of family law mediation, highlighting its significance in resolving disputes with sensitivity and effectiveness.

In the heart of East Bay, California, families facing legal challenges often turn to the collaborative and efficient approach of family law mediation. This brief overview sheds light on the transformative process of family law mediation, highlighting its significance in resolving disputes with sensi

05/25/2023

Do you have family or friends who need legal advice for on Family Law? Have them contact our office for free initial consultation: https://eastbayfamilylawandmediation.com/contact

02/16/2023

The pandemic saw a huge spike in couples filing for divorce. Although the lockdown has ended and mask mandates are slowly going away, many people are still wondering if divorcing during the pandemic is a smart decision.

We wrote an article that discusses the benefits of a divorce during the pandemic: https://eastbayfamilylawandmediation.com/familylawandmediationblog/benefits-of-divorce-during-the-pandemic

Covid-19 has wreaked havoc on almost all aspects of our daily lives. An article from Legal Templates indicated a rise in couples with young children pursuing divorce, which led to complicated child custody and visitation issues. So while you are not alone, you may still ask yourself, is it a good t

10/28/2022

It takes time for a divorce to process and be finalized. Here is an explanation of how long you should expect to wait if you're planning to file for a divorce.

https://eastbayfamilylawandmediation.com/familylawandmediationblog/time-for-divorce-to-be-finalized

One of the first questions we receive from our clients is: “What’s the earliest date my divorce is finalized?” The short answer is 6 months from the date of serving the petition for divorce to your spouse.

10/27/2022

We wrote an article about Pet Custody Laws in California. Please share with friends who have pets!

https://eastbayfamilylawandmediation.com/familylawandmediationblog/california-pet-custody-laws

A court in California may assign sole or joint ownership of the pet when so requested by a party. In making this determination, the court has authority to consider the care and the best interest of the pet. The court can also grant temporary custody based on the well being of the pet while the divor

06/15/2022

We're excited to share our updated website: https://eastbayfamilylawandmediation.com/

Let us know what you think!

East Bay Family Law & Mediation PC is a full-service family law firm offering services in the field of divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, property division, and limited-scope representation.

05/08/2022

Happy Mother's Day!

Interesting read from WORTHY "Mother’s Day when you’re married is very different from when you’re divorced. Of course, the day is really a celebration of motherhood and all we do each day— it’s not a celebration of marriage in any sense."

https://www.worthy.com/blog/divorce/family/mothers-day-when-youre-divorced

There are some big differences when your celebrating mother's day when you're married vs. when you're divorced. Laura Lifsh*tz discusses the good and bad.

04/10/2022

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07/04/2021

Wishing your families a fun and safe 4th of July! 🎆

We would like to share this helpful article in preparation for the first child tax credit payment going to millions of families across the US on July 15. The IRS has launched its online portals to assist taxpayers who are eligible for the enhanced credit this year.

https://www.cnet.com/google-amp/news/irs-child-tax-credit-portals-you-can-now-add-bank-account-info-to-get-your-money-direct-deposited

EBFLM does not provide tax advice, so you should consult with a tax expert about what options are best for you.

New IRS online tools let families register, check eligibility, update bank info and opt out of monthly payments. Have you tried them yet?

06/20/2021

Happy Father's Day!

Please share this with someone you know that could use the helpful advice in this article for dads who may be going through a divorce.

https://www.divorcemag.com/articles/advice-for-fathers-going-through-a-divorce-on-fathers-day

Going through divorce on Father's Day isn't easy. Be sure to arrange contact with your kids and try your best to forget about the divorce.

01/18/2021

Wishing everyone peace today!

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01/02/2021

From my family to yours, have an amazing 2021!