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If you find yourself considering divorce, then the chances are pretty good that you and your ex already don't agree on many issues. Filing for divorce may only widen and highlight the divide. For example, while you realize that the marriage is past the point of being...
Some people avoid prenuptial agreements because they feel like signing a prenup is an admission that you expect the marriage to fail from the start. They feel like it means that divorce is pretty much a guarantee. They think the document is going to doom the...
If you are about to divorce, it is essential to start preparing your finances as soon as you can. California is a community property state. You need to divide most property acquired while married. Gifts or inheritance remain separate property and do not need dividing....
An earlier post recognized the role of a request for bifurcation in a California divorce proceeding; here we will discuss the legal requirements that must precede a request to the court for bifurcation. In California: Six months or more must have passed since the...
In family law and divorce law, the term “bifurcation” refers to a legal process by which the issues in a divorce are divided into two parts. One part focuses entirely on a single point of law: a request for a separate to restore the parties’ legal martial status from...
Social media has, for many of us, become a significant a part of our daily lives. Many people refer to, and depend upon, social media several times each day to keep them informed about other people, those close to them such as family and friends, and others with whom...
In previous blog posts we have addressed prenups, postnups, and the legally recognized fiduciary duty between spouses in a marriage. For high net worth couples that decide to divorce, the process of reaching a mutually agreed-upon settlement can be complex, even when...
“Gray divorce” is a term that came into use n the early 21st century. It refers to divorce among people aged 50 and over. Books and studies on the subject have been published, and according to the AARP, the rate of 50+ divorces appears to be increasing. Is grey...
California law recognizes that in some instances, a child or children must appear in court during divorce proceedings. Sometimes they must even testify. However, state statutes describe in detail the rules and limitations regarding the treatment of child witnesses...
Say you and your spouse have filed for divorce. You have each hired excellent attorneys. Communication among all parties is cordial; the process is moving along smoothly. You are set to appear before a family court judge, and looking forward to a successful legal...