Who Will Pay the Credit Card Debt After Divorce?

California’s Equitable Distribution StandardIf you are getting divorced in California, your property, assets, and debts will be divided based on the state’s equitable distribution standard, which exists to divide marital property as fairly as possible. The...

How Mediation Makes Post-Divorce Parenting Easier

Divorce Mediation vs. Divorce LitigationIf you and your spouse have children, you will likely have to interact with each other on a regular basis following your divorce. Many couples find that the possibility of a civil relationship with their soon-to-be ex-spouse is...

Do Unwed Fathers Have Parental Rights?

Rights of Unmarried Fathers in CaliforniaParents who have children out of wedlock or choose not to marry may experience unique challenges in the event of a separation, particularly when it comes to the rights and responsibilities of fathers. Unlike fathers who are...

The Benefits of Summary Dissolution

What Is Summary Dissolution?Summary dissolution is a simplified form of divorce available for California couples. It is a fast-track to divorce that allows couples to separate much more quickly than normal by agreeing about money, property, alimony, and other...