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The Path to a Better Divorce
Mediation & Parenting Plans
Matters relating to child custody, visitation, and child support are often some of the most contested issues in divorce cases. Instead of addressing the issue of a parenting plan in court, through litigation, it is often in the best interests of all parties involved, especially the children, that divorcing spouses cooperate and use mediation as […]
Is California a Community Property or Equitable Distribution State?
Equitable Distribution versus Community PropertyMany states follow equitable distribution laws during a divorce. In these states, property acquired by the couple during the course of the marriage belongs to the spouse who earned it.During a divorce, the property will be divided between the spouses equitably, meaning in a fair way. There is no set rule […]
How Is Child Support Calculated in California?
How Child Support Works in CaliforniaWhen parents divorce, both of them are obligated to pay child support by the court. Every child is entitled to financial support from both parents, so if both parents are not raising the child equally together after the divorce, they will be required pay the deficit.For example, in cases where […]
Parenting Through Summer Break and Other Holidays
Even when you are going through mediation, divorce with children is never easy. Since your children were born, you and your family have been going about things a certain way. You have planned family vacations, birthday parties, and other events as a family unit. Often times, if one of the parents stays at home with […]
How to Prepare for a High-Asset Divorce
Divorce is rarely easy for anyone, but divorces involving high assets can be even more complicated than you might think. People of high net worth include those who have at least $1 million in liquid assets, meaning they can convert it to cash at any time. Individuals who meet this criterion often have incredibly complex […]
Same-Sex Divorce in California
With the historic ruling of same-sex marriage being legalized across the entire nation, many people rejoiced at the opportunity of equality finally becoming a reality. However, as with marriages between a man and a woman, same-sex marriages may also fail in the event of a number of issues. In the state of California, same-sex spouses […]
Parents & Divorce: What You Should & Shouldn’t Do
Divorce is one of the most devastating things to happen to a family, which is why so many parents are concerned about how to best protect their children from this difficult transition. The idea of divorce can be quite shocking to your children, even if they are old enough to understand it may be what’s […]
Fun Day Trips for Kids in the OC
If you have visitation time with your kids, but you’re not sure where to take them, there are many affordable and fun places to go in the Orange County area. We’ve put together a list of the most interesting and affordable places to take your kids if you have custody over the weekend. Mission San […]
When Is Spousal Support Awarded?
Spousal support, or alimony, can be awarded during the divorce process or after. Depending on the unique situation and details of the divorce, a spouse may be awarded financial support throughout the divorce process or as continued support after the dissolution of the marriage. Our Orange County divorce lawyers explain what you should know about […]
What to Expect from a Summary Dissolution
For a limited number of couples, a summary dissolution may be the alternative to divorce they’re looking for. Summary dissolution is essentially a divorce, but the process is much shorter, simpler, and easier to undertake because of the stringent requirements that must be met in order to qualify. Let’s take a closer look at what […]
How Debt Division Works in California
California is a “community property” state and that designation applies to both assets and debts acquired during a marriage. When a couple wishes to divorce, all of this community property, including debts, must be split equally between both spouses. Read on to learn more about how the debt division process works in California and how […]
Tips for Self-Care During Divorce and Why It’s So Important
We are all guilty of letting self-care go by the way side when life gets busy and out-of-hand. Between demanding work schedules, to cooking family meals, and dropping the kids off at school, who has time to go to yoga or get a massage? Life is more demanding now than ever, and the financial pressure […]