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 […]
What Is No Fault Divorce?
California is a no fault divorce state, meaning that neither party needs to have a basis for a divorce other than that the parties simply no longer get along. In California, a divorce is typically based on nothing more than “irreconcilable differences.” California was the first state to allow no fault divorce, beginning in […]
Divorcing a Narcissist
To an individual who suffers from Narcissistic Personality Disorder -a narcissist – a divorce is the ultimate injury to their perceived value and esteem – even more so if the spouse left them, which is what typically happens. Most spouses married to a narcissist feel lonely, anxious, or depressed in the marriage, and do not […]
Berkeley Family Law Court System – Filing for Divorce
Berkeley does not have its own Family Court. If you want to file for divorce and you live in Berkeley, which is in Alameda County, you will have to file your documents at the Alameda County Courthouse, which is now in Hayward. There are a few steps to take when filing your divorce. First, if […]
Divorcing a Toxic Spouse: Narcissism Makes a Terrible Divorce Worse
Divorce is already complicated and emotionally exhausting. Divorcing a narcissist almost guarantees that your divorce will be more complicated, litigious and exhausting than probably anyone else you know. How Can You Tell if Your Spouse is a Narcissist? While narcissists are often portrayed as grand figures – Donald Trump, for example, or many sports figures […]
How to Protect Your Assets When You Get Married
Do you need a prenuptial agreement in California to get married? California is a community property state, which means that both parties have an equal interest in any assets you acquire during the marriage. However, assets that you own prior to marriage remain your separate property, meaning the other party does not necessarily get an […]
The Typical California Divorce Timeline
Most people don’t know what to expect when they start the divorce process. Divorce is a complicated process that happens at one of the most vulnerable and confusing times in your life. It may be helpful to have a timeline to make you feel a bit more at ease and prepared for what comes next […]