So you need a Family Law lawyer: Contemplating divorce or served with divorce petition The law governing marriage and divorce proceedings vary considerably from state to state. You can’t have Cousin Bob who you invited you to his law school graduation in North Carolina help you in California. Hiring a family law lawyer or law […]
Divorce & Prenuptial Agreement FAQs
The answers to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) provided in this section are intended to be general in nature and educational, they are not intended to create an attorney-client relationship or to replace specific legal advice.
How to Deal with Divorce
Divorce can certainly turn your existing world upside down. Not only are you dealing with the legal and financial aspects of the divorce process, but you’re also attempting to come to terms with the realization that your marriage is over and your life is undoubtedly going to change as a result. It can be easy […]
Divorce in California Division of Assets
In a divorce, there are two main types of division of assets laws: community property and equitable distribution. Since California is a community property state, the court will split all assets and debts acquired…
Steps to Getting a Divorce in California
If you are thinking about getting a divorce in California, there is a lot to consider. From finances and property to children and the emotional stress of a separation, the entire process can get overwhelming fast. Every divorce is unique, but there are essentially three stages to a divorce and certain steps…
Private Judge Divorce
Kanye and Kim could claim residency in California, so if they did proceed to divorce, what would likely happen? And what would we ever know? It appears that Kim and Kanye also have a prenuptial agreement, though we may never know for…
Gaslighting: The Narcissist’s Favorite Weapon
Gaslighting is particularly common If you are in a relationship with or married to a narcissist, but this particular tactic is not limited to narcissists. Anyone in a relationship with someone who uses gaslighting is all too familiar…
Conservatorship vs Guardianship in a California Divorce
In California, the need for a guardianship or conservatorship can add another level of complexity to a divorce. While the two terms are often used interchangeably, they are actually two different kinds…
Child Custody in California
Fighting for child custody in California during a divorce can be emotionally and financially devastating. Thankfully, there are a few things you can do before and during the court case to decrease conflict and increase…
What Would Happen if There’s No Prenuptial Agreement?
Divorce? There is a lot of speculation about what would happen if a couple were to divorce. We know for various reasons that the Trumps, for example, have a prenuptial agreement that would essentially define how assets are to be divided (if they are to be divided at all), and what, if any spousal support […]