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.) A practical, real-world guide from a California landlord-tenant law perspective As a tenant in California, your rights are not just theoretical. They are written into state statutes, reinforced by local ordinances, and actively enforced by courts and government agencies. Yet in practice, many…
Continue reading ›Authored by Izzat H. Riaz – Californian Paralegal, U.K. Certified Lawyer (LL.M.) Written from a California landlord–tenant law perspective No-fault eviction is one of the most misunderstood areas of California landlord–tenant law. I regularly see tenants panic when they receive an eviction notice even though they have paid rent on time, followed the lease, and…
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.) Why Custody Definitions Matter Custody disputes are some of the most emotionally charged moments in family law. Parents are not just asking who gets which days. They are asking who makes decisions, where the child lives, and how the child’s life will be…
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