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What happens to the pet in a California divorce?
When you divorce your one-time partner in California, you will undoubtedly need to work through certain matters, such as who is going to keep the house, whether one party will need to help support the other and so on. Increasingly, though, many divorces are becoming contentious with regard to who gets to keep the family […]
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How can I know if my spouse is hiding money?
If you are like a lot of married couples in California, one person may take the lead in handling your family’s finances. This might be because one of you has particular expertise in this area or because one of you has a history of not managing money well. Regardless of the reason, Forbes indicates that […]
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Debt, divorce and bankruptcy
Spouses in California who are experiencing significant financial challenges and who are also contemplating ending their marriages may need to carefully assess their options for how to manage their debt before making any decisions. Some people might need to consider filing for bankruptcy but they should understand some of the ramifications of doing this before […]
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Managing your mortgage in a divorce
People in California who have known other couples that got divorced may have witnessed these couples selling their homes during the divorce process. It is common for this to happen although selling a home is not a requirement of getting divorced. Understanding the factors involved in the decision about what to do with a home […]
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Getting what you want in an uncontested divorce
Divorce can be contentious, no matter how much you and your soon-to-be-ex-spouse are willing to cooperate with each other to get it over with. At the [nap_names id=”FIRM-NAME-1″], we know that this is a difficult time in your life. We also know that uncontested divorce can benefit many couples. For you and other Californians, an […]
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What are grounds for divorce in California?
When may be surprised when attempting to seek a divorce from your spouse in San Francisco to be asked for the grounds you are using to justify this action. “Grounds for divorce” have typically associated with assigning fault to one party to as marriage for its break-up. Yet you have probably heard that California is […]
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Common issues with spousal support
Many Californians assume that divorces without children involved generally see smooth sailing. While this observation is true in some cases, determining spousal support after divorce can be an incredibly complex process. It can be helpful to not only clarify common terms in this procedure, but to learn more about state-specific guidelines when it comes to […]
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Do I have any options in receiving alimony?
Monthly alimony payments can be a double-edged sword. You want the money but would rather not have the reminder of a failed marriage at the first of every month. Even more than the reminder, you do not want to worry about whether you will receive a support payment this month, or next month or the […]
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Dissolution (Divorce) and Legal Separation
California law entitles you to a divorce (called a dissolution) based on irreconcilable differences. Fault in causing the breakdown of the marriage is no longer relevant in California. Your spouse does not need to give you permission, or even agree with you. To file for a divorce you must have lived in the state of […]
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One aspect of marital property that some spouses overlook is retirement plans.
California has long been known as a community property state but when couples in San Francisco decide to call it quits, the division of marital property can be quite complex. The divorce process can extend for months and even years in some cases, when there is considerable property to be divided. Retirement plans One aspect […]