Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ Videos

Confused about Family Law matters? Have a question about Divorce or Child Support? Our experienced attorneys at Holstrom, Block and Parke shed light on some common questions that are often asked by people regarding these difficult, and often confusing, issues.

Browse the FAQ videos below and please contact us today to discuss your unique situation.

COVID-19, Co-Parenting, and Your California Family Court Case

Mar 18, 2020

Guidelines for general questions about coronavirus and co-parenting, custody and visitation, and court closures and delays in California Superior Courts.

What Is a DVRO and How Can It Help Me?

Nov 26, 2019

A DVRO is a domestic violence restraining order. The courts issue DVROs to protect people against abuse or violence from a family member or significant other residing in the same household. That might include a current or former spouse, boyfriend or girlfriend, or the other parent of a child. It may also include in-laws, siblings, and stepparents.

What are the advantages of creating a trust?

Mar 22, 2019

The main advantage to having a trust is the avoidance of probate. Probate is time consuming, expensive, and makes your assets and liabilities public record, which most people don’t want. The trust will allow for the disposition of your estate plan without any...

What is domestic violence?

Mar 15, 2019

In California, you can file for domestic violence restraining orders. Domestic violence can consist of physical violence, emotional violence, mental abuse, and even harassment or stalking. All may be basis for filing for a domestic violence restraining order. If you...

How to file for divorce in California?

Mar 8, 2019

California is a “no-fault” divorce state, which means that neither spouse is required to prove up wrongdoing in order to proceed with filing for a divorce. Under the family code, the spouse filing for divorce (also known as the “Petitioner”) need only cite that...

What happens after I’ve filed for divorce?

Mar 1, 2019

Once you file for a divorce and you have filed the petition in the summons, it's served on the other side to the other party. They have a 30-day period to respond to the action. If they respond within the 30-day period, the process of the divorce will begin moving...