Every interaction between parents who share custody is an opportunity for conflict. Certain common circumstances are likely to trigger negative reactions, such as one parent starting a new relationship. There is nothing inherently inappropriate about beginning a new...
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Can your spouse kick you out prior to divorce?
If your spouse files for divorce, they may also tell you that you need to find somewhere new to live. This is especially common if they blame you for the divorce or if there is a high level of conflict. They will find it too stressful to keep living together until the...
What is the dissipation of marital assets?
In California, spouses “share and share alike” when it comes to their assets – but what happens when the relationship breaks down and one spouse purposefully depletes the marital funds for selfish purposes that are unrelated to the marriage? This is often called...
How to prepare your social media before filing for divorce
Preparing your online presence before filing for a divorce can help reduce unnecessary conflict and protect important information. Many people underestimate how digital activity can influence communication, expectations and documentation during a case. Taking careful...
How can I protect my inheritance before marriage?
Getting engaged is an exciting life event, but it is also an important time to think carefully about your financial future. For example, if you own a business and have inherited substantial assets, marriage can affect how those assets are managed, used and divided if...
How co-parents can prepare for a new school year
The start of a new school year can expose every weak spot in a co-parenting routine as pickup times change, activity calendars fill up and one missed message leaves your child without supplies or transportation. For families across Orange County, planning before the...
The gender inequality of divorce
Ending a marriage can have significant financial consequences for anyone, yet some parties tend to suffer from this much more than others. One report published last year found that women see a household income drop roughly double that of men. According to the study,...
Adjusting custody orders when one parent always cancels
How parents share custody can have a profound impact on the entire family. Children usually benefit from spending as much time as is reasonable with each parent. They need to have a healthy connection with both of their parents. Recently, we discussed various types of...
Custodial interference: An introduction
Some child custody violations are forms of custodial interference. One person is intentionally trying to interfere with their shared custody order or refusing to adhere to it. This can happen by accident, such as if there is a miscommunication between co-parents about...
Can a prenup waive spousal support?
More and more couples today are choosing to create prenuptial agreements or “prenups” before starting a life together. One of the most discussed provisions is spousal support as it involves long-term financial security. If you are wondering whether you can completely...

