Any given divorce case in California while be very fact-specific in terms of how the case proceeds and, ultimately, how it is decided. No two cases are the same. However, the same legal issues are present in many divorce cases: child custody, child support, alimony...
Year: 2023
Addressing contentious child support issues in a divorce
Among all of the possible legal issues that might come up in a divorce case in California, child support oftentimes has a way of stirring up the most contentious feelings between the soon-to-be ex-spouses. That might be true even if they have already reached an...
Using an appraiser to value real estate in a California divorce
One of the most difficult issues to resolve in any California divorce is the fair market value of the family home. The home has significant emotional value for each spouse, but different reasons may motivate each spouse. A professional appraiser can provide an...
Dividing a business in a California divorce: an overview
Most Californians understand that property in a divorce must be divided according to the rules of community property. According to the general rule of community property, the net value of marital assets must be divided equally between the divorcing spouses. Although...
Top ways to defend against a motion to modify custody
With a moment’s notice, you can suddenly find yourself facing the prospect of a child custody modification. This motion, filed by your child’s other parent, can threaten your child’s stability and your time and relationship with your kid. In other words, there’s a lot...
The real costs of divorce
No one goes into a marriage thinking it will end in divorce. However, with the divorce rate remaining around 50%, it is impossible to ignore the possibility of divorce. This process not only ends the union, but it also has the tendency to come with a hefty price tag....
Who gets to keep our dog or cat after divorce?
Getting divorced is rarely an easy option, but when it is needed, it is worth it. But, for pet parents, especially those without children, the first question is usually, who gets the family pet? After all, they are part of your family, but does California law treat...
How to prove parental alienation to bring it to a stop
Parental alienation occurs when one parent manipulates their child with the intent of driving a wedge between the child and their other parent. This alienation can occur in several ways, including by lying to the child about the other parent, sharing intimate details...
Tips for dealing with sentimental assets in your divorce
As you navigate your divorce, you need to be focused on your financial stability in both the short-term and the long-term. Yet, there’s a lot more that goes into divorce than simply figuring out your finances. When it comes to property, you’ll also have to sort out...
You’ve been served with a divorce petition. Now what?
Being served with divorce papers can feel like a punch to the gut. It can leave your life feeling like it’s spinning out of control, and your financial future can hang in the balance. All of that stress can leave you feeling overwhelmed, but you can get through this...