When you have a lot of assets, you have a lot to potentially lose in a California divorce. You may, too, have specific financial goals you wish to accomplish once you separate from your one-time spouse, but you may not know how to put your plans into action. According...
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...
After courts issue spousal support orders, circumstances may change for one or both spouses. For instance, the paying spouse may lose his or her job, or the partner receiving support may obtain gainful employment and no longer need the assistance. When situations...
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,...
Establishing parentage in California is essential if you wish to have the legal rights of a parent. The state assumes legal parentage in some circumstances, but unmarried spouses or disputed parentage cases can be complex. California law applies similar parentage...
California couples like you have a lot on your plate when handling divorce. This is especially true if you have high assets, as it creates more to keep track of. Unfortunately, some people may take advantage of this to try hiding assets. The higher your assets are,...
For children five years and younger, a parents’ divorce is a major event full of stress and change. While an emotional challenge for everyone involved, you must be aware that young children have specific needs that you need to meet. The Judicial Branch of California...
Engaged couples can sign a prenuptial agreement that can protect their right if they ever divorce. But spouses who never entered a prenup can also prepare for a divorce, especially a high-asset divorce, by entering a postnuptial agreement. What post-nups do...
Mental health issues affect millions of Americans. While most of these individuals are able to live with little to no impact on their daily lives, others see tremendous upheaval in their day-to-day living on account of their mental health conditions. Sometimes these...
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...
