Authored by Izzat H. Riaz – Californian Paralegal, U.K. Certified Lawyer (LL.M.) Written from a California family law perspective Family law cases are rarely just legal problems. They affect your finances, your children, your safety, and your future. In Kern County, and particularly in Bakersfield, family law issues like divorce, child custody, spousal support, and…
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Authored by Izzat H. Riaz – Californian Paralegal, U.K. Certified Lawyer (LL.M.) A comprehensive, practical guide from a legal perspective Real estate law is one of those areas people assume they understand until something goes wrong. A deal falls apart, a tenant stops paying rent, a title issue surfaces, or a zoning rule blocks a…
Continue reading ›Authored by Izzat H. Riaz – Californian Paralegal, U.K. Certified Lawyer (LL.M.) A practical, parent-focused guide grounded in California family law Custody mediation can feel intimidating, especially when it is court ordered. Many parents walk into mediation thinking it is a disguised courtroom battle or that the mediator will secretly “pick a winner.” In reality,…
Continue reading ›Authored by Izzat H. Riaz – Californian Paralegal, U.K. Certified Lawyer (LL.M.) California-focused guidance from a family law perspective When parents separate or divorce, uncertainty around child custody is often the most stressful part. I see this repeatedly in practice. Parents are not just worried about schedules. They are worried about their child’s stability, daily…
Continue reading ›Authored by Izzat H. Riaz – Californian Paralegal, U.K. Certified Lawyer (LL.M.) Introduction to California Online Divorce Reaching an agreement on property division, child custody, and support helps streamline the process and is essential for an uncontested divorce. Understanding California Divorce Forms Filing for Divorce in California Divorce Petition and Case Number Online Divorce Platforms…
Continue reading ›Authored by Izzat H. Riaz – Californian Paralegal, U.K. Certified Lawyer (LL.M.) Written from a California family law perspective Divorce is never just a legal event. It is a financial reset, a parenting re-structure, and often an emotional turning point. In San Francisco, where cost of living, property values, and complex family structures frequently intersect,…
Continue reading ›Authored by Izzat H. Riaz – Californian Paralegal, U.K. Certified Lawyer (LL.M.) Your Guide to Employment Rights and Choosing the Right Lawyer Introduction When something goes wrong at work, it can feel deeply personal and surprisingly isolating. Many California employees do not know what their rights are, or they assume they will get in trouble…
Continue reading ›Authored by Izzat H. Riaz – Californian Paralegal, U.K. Certified Lawyer (LL.M.) Introduction Legal separation in a military marriage is one of the most misunderstood areas of family law. I see this confusion often, especially among service members and spouses who assume that living apart or signing a private agreement means they are “legally separated.”…
Continue reading ›Authored by Izzat H. Riaz – Californian Paralegal, U.K. Certified Lawyer (LL.M.) Understanding Child Custody in California Child custody in California is about far more than scheduling weekends or dividing holidays. It is a legal determination that shapes a child’s daily life, emotional stability, and long-term well-being. Under California family law, custody decisions are governed…
Continue reading ›Authored by Izzat H. Riaz – Californian Paralegal, U.K. Certified Lawyer (LL.M.) Introduction to Commercial Landlord–Tenant Law Commercial landlord–tenant law sits at the intersection of property law, contract law, statutes, and common law. It governs the legal relationship between commercial landlords and business tenants, and it is very different from residential landlord–tenant law. In my…
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