What Happens to Your Debt When You Get Divorced?
- posted: Nov. 30, 2022
California is a community property state, which means that, when you get divorced, you and your ex-spouse divide everything acquired during the marriage in an equal split. That includes not Read More
Advantages of Collaborative Divorce
- posted: Oct. 30, 2022
Divorce is often contentious, but it doesn’t have to be that way. If the spouses can remain civil, they can pursue a collaborative divorce, a form of alternative dispute resolution Read More
Protecting Your Business Using a Prenuptial or Postnuptial Agreement
- posted: Oct. 20, 2022
With the average age of Americans getting married approaching 30, more and more newlyweds are entering into marriage with significant assets of their own, including an ownership stake in a Read More
What is the “Waiting Period” for a California Divorce?
- posted: Sep. 20, 2022
Like other states, California has a “waiting period” before a married couple can officially divorce. The state favors marriage as a matter of public policy. Therefore, a waiting or “cooling Read More
A Divorcing Spouse’s Right to Reimbursement for Contributing Separate Property
- posted: Jul. 20, 2022
In California, property acquired during a marriage is considered community property and is therefore subject to being divided equally in a divorce. So, what happens if a spouse used money Read More
What to Do If You Suspect Your Spouse is Hiding Assets
- posted: May 30, 2022
The division of assets can be one of the most contested elements in a divorce proceeding. In some divorces, one spouse might attempt to hide property to avoid that asset Read More
Can a Grandparent Get Visitation Rights?
- posted: May 20, 2022
As a grandparent, your relationship with your grandchildren is a fulfilling and important aspect of life. However, due to a split in the family, you might have visits with your Read More
What is a “Sunset Clause” in a Prenuptial Agreement and How Does it Work?
- posted: Mar. 28, 2022
Those who are contemplating marriage sometimes sign prenuptial agreements to protect their individual financial interests in the event that their marriage ends in divorce. These contracts specify how assets will Read More
What are the main ways to end a marriage?
- posted: Dec. 30, 2021
Most people are familiar with the concept of divorce, but there are three ways a marriage or registered domestic partnership can be ended in California. How you choose to terminate Read More
What is the process for divorcing your military spouse when they are overseas?
- posted: Dec. 30, 2021
Every divorce is different — and there can be complex issues if you are divorcing a spouse while they are serving in the military overseas. In cases where one or Read More
When is it appropriate to seek a child support modification in California?
- posted: Dec. 30, 2021
Child support is crucial when it comes to ensuring that a child’s needs are met. Once a judge issues a support order, it must be followed — and neither parent Read More
3 tips for preparing financially for divorce
- posted: May 10, 2021
Divorce can impact your life significantly in a number of ways. One of the ways ending your marriage can affect your life is on a financial level, especially if your Read More
How does spousal support work in California?
- posted: Nov. 06, 2020
You may have to pay spousal support in California if you earn more than your spouse. If you earn less and think you cannot support yourself after divorce, you can Read More
What is the divorce process in California?
- posted: Aug. 26, 2020
Divorce can seem confusing and frustrating if you do not know the process. California does not require a trial separation period before filing a petition. However, the divorce process takes Read More
Beware of the financial fallout from gray divorce
- posted: Sep. 25, 2019
Divorcing after the age of 50 has become so common, it has a name: gray divorce. Thanks to longer life expectancies and modern medicine, people in California who are considering Read More
Do you know the pros and cons of legal separation?
- posted: Aug. 20, 2019
You have tried everything you can to repair the cracks in your marriage and fully enjoy your life in California with your spouse. Unfortunately, it seems as if divorce may Read More