INFORMATION TO KEEP YOU INFORMED
Helping you make knowledgeable choices
Being informed about the divorce process can ease your anxiety and assist you in making a knowledgeable decision. We have compiled a list of informational websites for your reference. You may also want to review our Frequently Asked Questions to get answers to the questions couples ask most often.
We have also provided a number of documents to help you prepare for Family Law Mediation and the Collaborative Divorce process.
- Instructions to Complete Schedule of Assets & Debts and Income & Expense Declaration [download PDF]
- Schedule of Assets & Debts [download Worksheet]
- Income & Expense Declaration [download PDF]
- Monthly Expense Worksheet [download PDF]
- Statute – Disclosure of Assets & Liabilities [download PDF]
Additionally, Hildy Fentin can refer you to a network of experts with proven expertise such as business appraisers, real estate appraisers, forensic accountants, tax specialists, financial planners, estate planners, and retirement experts to assist you in the process.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SUPERIOR COURTS
San Diego Superior Court
www.sandiego.courts.ca.gov/superior/index.html
Los Angeles Superior Court
www.lasuperiorcourt.org
Orange County Superior Court
www.occourts.org
Riverside Superior Court
www.riverside.courts.ca.gov
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML)
www.aaml.org
The State Bar of California
www.calbar.ca.gov
COLLABORATIVE DIVORCE
www.CollaborativeFamilyLawSanDiego.com
CHILDREN
The State Bar of California – Divorce and Custody
What Should I Know about Divorce and Custody?
www.calbar.ca.gov/Public/Pamphlets/DivorceCustody.aspx
Family Court Services (FCS) – Parent Orientation
FCS provides a weekly Parent Orientation meeting to provide general information regarding child custody and Family Court matters. This meeting is facilitated by an FCS Counselor. The orientation lasts about 1 hour.
www.sdcourt.ca.gov/portal/page?_pageid=55,1524469&_dad=portal&_schema=PORTAL
Kid’s Turn San Diego
Kid’s Turn is a program that works with the family to achieve a child centered and healthy divorce. It is a low cost solution for families experiencing the pain of divorce or separation. It offers workshops to assist families through a healthy transition.
www.kidsturn.org
Hannah’s House at Real Solutions Center for Children in San Diego
Hannah’s House provides a safe and supervised setting for parents and children to visit when there are emotional, physical , or health concerns. This helps children during the transition of divorce and separation.
www.hannahs-house.org
PERSONAL SAFETY
Center For Community Solutions
Center for Community Solutions provides services for victims of assault, rape, or domestic violence and assists with treatment and prevention.
www.ccssd.org
San Diego Domestic Violence Hotline
The Domestic Violence Hotline provides referrals to a variety of services such as Domestic Violence shelter bed availability, Counseling services, Support Group services, Emergency Food and Clothing, Legal Services, Anti-Stalking information, and other available community resources.
www.safe4all.org/resource-list/view/10260
Complimentary 30-minute Meeting
Learn how you can begin the divorce process and transition to the next chapter in your life. To request a complimentary 30-minute in-person introduction with Hildy Fentin, please contact us. You will find personal attention, creative problem solving and the efficient, skilled attorney/mediator you need to resolve your Family Law matters peacefully.
hfentin@hcesq.com | 858-755-3000