Orange County Family Law Attorney
We all need money to continue living our lives. During your divorce, you may need more money than usual to pay for your legal representation and even for new housing if you decide to move out. That is why a big part of your divorce plan should be ensuring that you have access to cash and …
Make Sure You Have Access to Cash and Credit Before Your DivorceRead More
No one gets divorced because they are just a little upset with their spouse. In most cases, what was once a marriage filled with love and promise has soured, and you now find that your best friend has turned into a stranger you hardly recognize. If your marriage ended due to infidelity or if you …
It’s very uncommon in a marriage for both spouses to earn equal amounts of money. If one spouse is the primary earner, the other spouse may opt to stay out of the workforce either to spend more time raising the couple’s children or simply because he or she doesn’t need to work. If a couple seeks a …
Divorcing in California? Your Spouse Could Have a Right to Half of Your Property!Read More
Despite the constant crash and burn of Hollywood couples, it seemed like Brangelina were going to make it. After all, the gorgeous duo of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie had been dating for a whopping ten years before they wed in 2014 (basically a lifetime in Hollywood years). It’s no wonder that the …
What Brad and Angelina’s Divorce Can Teach Couples in LoveRead More
Divorce doesn’t just take a big emotional toll on spouses; it takes a financial toll as well. One big cost to consider is the divorce itself. You know how they say that weddings aren’t cheap? Well, neither are divorces! Nolo.com recently surveyed its users and found that the average divorce cost …
The Cost of Divorce: Mediate What You Can, Litigate What you Can’t.Read More
California is a community property state, which means each spouse is entitled to half of the couple’s community property. Unsurprisingly, not everyone likes the idea of forking over half of their estate to their soon-to-be ex-spouse, especially if feelings of anger and betrayal are simmering. Some …
Seven Ways Your Spouse Could Hide Assets During a DivorceRead More
You may be surprised to discover how much getting divorced can feel like dissolving a business partnership. That’s because one of the primary functions of a divorce is to divide your shared assets in a way that is equitable and that (hopefully) you and your spouse can agree on. To start this …
31 Documents Your Divorce Lawyer May Ask for When You Want a DivorceRead More
With two kids and three moms, Dr. Colleen Logan, a psychotherapist, found her parenting situation to be quite different from the norm. She wrote a few tips in a HuffPost article that any other blended families with same-sex parents might find helpful. 1) Work out a schedule. It's always easier to …
Divorcing spouses need to make sure they have correct information about the nature of their marital assets when proceeding with their divorce. It is important to recognize the difference between separate property and community property. The laws vary from state to state so you should consult …
Divorce can be a very stressful experience. From the moment you choose to separate, and for a period after the divorce, you are likely to experience feelings of sadness, fear, and loneliness. Even if divorce is the right choice for you, it will still be unsettling. Seeking psychological …
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