Divorce 101: What to Expect When Filing for Divorce in California
Considering a divorce in California? This guide covers the steps, costs, timelines, and key legal requirements you need to know.
Category: Divorce
Weaponizing Forensic Accountants: When Fee Requests Become a Litigation Tactic
Forensic accountants can be powerful tools in family law, but they are increasingly misused as litigation weapons. Learn when forensic accounting is truly necessary, when it is excessive, and how courts evaluate fee requests.
A Guide to Child Custody Laws in California
Navigating child custody laws can be overwhelming for parents. Understanding the basics can help you feel more prepared and confident as you make important decisions for your family. Here’s a straightforward guide to child custody laws in California.
Dividing Property in California: A Guide to Community vs. Separate Assets
Dividing Property in California: A Guide to Community vs. Separate Assets Community Property Explained: How Assets are Divided in a California Divorce When you hear the term “California divorce”, one of the first things that might come to mind is the concept of “community property.” But what does it truly mean, and how does it affect asset division during a divorce? In this blog post, we will dive deep into […]
Co-Parenting During A Pandemic
These unprecedented times can cause divorced or separated parents who share custodial time feel overwhelmed and concerned about the health and safety of their child. As part of these concerns, the primary custodial parent — also known as the “gatekeeper†— may be reluctant to follow the current visitation schedule. Despite these concerns, it is important to remember not to take matters into your own hands. Comply with Your Current […]
The Significance of the Date of Separation
In proceedings for legal separation or dissolution of marriage, the date on which a married couple deems to be separated is of great significance. California uses the date of separation as the essential date for determining characterization of the parties’ assets and debts, and for determining spousal support rights. This includes the principle that assets acquired, and debts incurred, by a spouse after the date of separation are generally considered […]