Getting divorced is rarely easy. It can be even more complicated if you’re marriage has lasted a significant period of time or if you’re older in life. Divorces involving those age 55 and older, often called gray divorces, present unique challenges that you have to be...
Child Custody
What is a child custody investigation in California?
Custody proceedings can be difficult and complicated. California courts decide custody based on the best interest of the child and although you and your co-parent are encouraged to come to your own custody agreement, this is not always possible. If you cannot agree, a...
Relocating with a child can be challenging legally and personally
In California, divorce and family law issues are difficult enough without worrying about what might happen in the aftermath. However, even after the case is over, there are still lingering concerns that need to be addressed. Children are frequently at the center of a...
How are inheritances handled in California divorces?
California law recognizes community property. This means that almost any assets you acquire during the marriage is jointly owned by your spouse. Community property can also include assets you owned before the marriage that were subsequently commingled with marital...
California’s rules for property division can be confusing
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...
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,...
