David Archuleta’s parents, James Jeffrey and Lupe Marie Archuleta, are divorcing. James initiated the divorce citing irreconcilable differences. This is the second time that James and Lupe have filed for divorce. The parties previously filed for divorce and reconciled in 2002.

The parties are requesting that the court address custody, child support, spousal support, and the division of their properties. The couple have five children together and have agreed to share joint physical custody of their three minor children. In addition, James, has requested that Lupe be ordered to pay an approximate $350 in child support each month. Both parties have agreed that they will not seek spousal support.

Sometimes after parties file for divorce they reconcile and want to stop the divorce proceedings. This can be done with a request to dismiss the dissolution proceedings. Then, as these parties did, if they later decide they want to divorce, a new case will be started and the parties will file for divorce and be assigned a new case number.

It is important to consult with a family law attorney to discuss what you are entitled to. Even when parties agree on the custody arrangement the parties may not agree on child support and spousal support and a qualified Los Angeles family law attorney can assist you in those areas.

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