California residents who have been fortunate enough to accrue significant assets could find themselves wondering how it will be divided when they get divorced. Property division is one of the most difficult aspects of any divorce and that is especially so in community...
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Four unusual aspects of a California divorce
There are a lot of resources out there that talk about the divorce process and how to successfully navigate it. Yet, many of them are broad in nature, which can give you a false perception of what a California divorce will look like. That’s why this week on the blog...
Those getting a ‘gray’ divorce should know what to expect
One age group that has seen a significant statistical spike in divorce is people 50 and above. This is referred to as getting a “gray” divorce. Researchers and professionals have been assessing this phenomenon in recent years to determine why this is happening....
Think carefully about “nesting” as a child custody strategy
If you grew up with divorced parents, you may remember shuttling back and forth between their homes as they shared custody of you. Many children adjust to the idea fairly quickly. For others it can be quite confusing and difficult. In recent years, an increasing...
Understanding California’s community property law
Divorce is often one of the most difficult and stressful experiences people will ever go through. Outside of any custody issues, a common reason for stress involves property and finances. People even avoid divorce at times, choosing to stay in an unhappy marriage,...
Here are some of the top reasons for California divorces
If you’re worried that your marriage is on the rocks, then you might be concerned that you’re headed toward divorce. But for many Californians, it’s hard to tell when the line has been crossed between just a rough patch in the marriage and total failure. Ultimately,...
Is your child being subjected to parental alienation?
Do you feel like your child has suddenly become distanced from you? Are they making unjustified and hurtful statements to you that seem to come out of nowhere? If so, then maybe you’re being subjected to parental alienation. And if that’s the case, you need to be...
Can you get spousal support as a stay-at-home dad?
Since California is a community property state, any marital assets that you and your spouse have will, in theory, be divided equally. You have the ability, of course, to negotiate a property division arrangement that deviates from that standard, but that might be...
Four ways to address gray divorce with your adult children
Getting divorced later in life can be difficult. There’s the logistics of untangling two lives that have been entwined for decades, and the emotional burden of ending your relationship can be crushing. If you’re on the verge of one of these divorces, often referred to...
Can an ex-spouse’s narcissism impact a parent-child relationship?
In any family law case in California, issues that are specific to the situation will arise. While that might sound complicated, in truth, it simply means that everyone has their own obstacles to overcome to complete a divorce, move forward with child custody,...
