Most people in California may assume that divorce brings with it a finality (as in the end of the association between a married couple). In reality, however, that "finality" is often limited, as a divorced couple will often need to continue to work together in...
4 FAQs about modifying a California child support order
During divorce, the court tries to determine a support arrangement that provides shared children with a comparable quality of life as enjoyed before parents have separated. This may include both basic health and educational costs as well as specialized needs. However,...
Remember the fundamentals when getting a California divorce
The litany of issues that come to the forefront in a California divorce may be overwhelming and leave a person wondering what they should do to address the situation. It is an emotionally challenging time to be sure, but understanding the basics can help with...
The challenges of a grey divorce
Unlike the divorce of a younger couple who have not been married very long, a grey divorce presents a set of unique challenges. Couples who have been married 30 years or more will usually not only have significantly more assets to divide, but will also have many more...
What happens to a California pension after divorce?
California public employees may be surprised to find out that options are very limited when it comes to changing a beneficiary for a CALPers pension. One such fireman from Alameda County recently found out the hard way. After getting married a year and a half before...
What does legal separation mean in California?
There are many reasons why a couple’s relationship is no longer working out. When a couple is married, they believe their relationship will last forever but many times this isn’t the case. If a couple decides that they can no longer remain married there is another...
What are the grounds for divorce in California?
Not every marriage is California is destined for eternity. Unfortunately, many couples find that their relationship is no longer a certainty and divorce may be inevitable. These are stressful times for couples and there are many questions about a divorce that need to...
Divorce may make FAFSA process more complicated
The process of getting divorced can understandably complicate a family's finances, especially when the parents are also in the process of trying to send their children to college. Specifically, it may cause confusion if a student is trying to fill out the FAFSA. Here...
Financial decisions made during divorce can have major impacts
The process of getting divorced can certainly deal an emotional blow to both people involved. However, it can be just as detrimental financially. Here are some tips for reducing the negative financial effects of divorce in California. Before starting the divorce...
How property division is handled in California during divorce
The division of property is usually a paramount issue during the divorce process. It is helpful for divorcing couples in California to know, understand and be familiar with the rules concerning this process in California so they can anticipate how their property...
