As you go through the divorce process in California, one of the most significant issues you'll have to face is spousal support, also known as alimony. Whether you are seeking support or may have to pay for it, understanding the nuances of spousal support in California can help you navigate...
Spring Cleaning for Your Divorce: How to Organize Your Finances and Legal Documents in California Divorce is an emotional and complex process that can leave individuals feeling overwhelmed and unprepared. However, organizing your finances and legal documents can help make the divorce process smoother and less stressful. In California, divorce rules...
Divorcing a Trustee: How a Prenuptial Agreement Can Protect Your Assets and Your Trust During Divorce Getting married is an exciting time but also an important time to think about your financial future. Especially if you have a trust, it's crucial to consider how your assets will be protected in case...
Putting Your Children First: Exploring Parenting Plan Options for Divorcing Parents Divorce is challenging, especially for children caught in the middle. As parents, it's our responsibility to prioritize our children's needs and well-being during and after a divorce. The parenting plan is a crucial aspect of divorce that can impact children's...
Divorce When You're Older - Helping Adult Children Cope with Divorce Divorce is never easy, but when it happens later in life, it can be especially difficult for the adult children involved. The dissolution of a long-standing marriage can cause emotional turmoil and financial strain, not just for the parents but...
Should I See a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst Before Getting Divorced? Divorce can be an emotionally and financially challenging process. Consulting with a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) is crucial to ensure a smooth and secure future post-divorce. This article will explain why seeking financial guidance before divorce is necessary and...
Health Insurance and Divorce – FAQs Many divorcing spouses understand that divorce will impact nearly every aspect of their lives. The marital home, financial accounts, visitation with the kids, vehicles, and retirement funds are commonly considered, but what about health insurance? Health insurance is likely not one of the first things you...
Post-Divorce New Year's Resolutions for a Great 2023 New Year's resolutions like eating healthier, exercising more, stopping smoking, and saving money are at the top of the list as some of the most common in the country. However, healing and recovering can monopolize your time when you've recently gone through a...
Deciding to get a divorce is a deeply personal decision that only you can make. There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as every individual and every marriage is unique. However, some common indicators that a person may be thinking about getting divorced include the following: The marriage has...
2015 was a banner year for celebrity divorces—Ben and Jen, Gwen and Gavin, Miranda and Blake. Shockingly, even Miss Piggy and Kermit are calling it quits. For celebrities, getting a divorce requires elaborate preparation. They work carefully with their publicists, planning the announcements months in advance to gain optimal exposure....
California Document Preparers does a lot of Divorces. They’re never easy—the legal dissolution of a relationship that once held so much promise is always painful. Virtually all of our clients struggle with feelings of loss, failure and bitterness. There are always financial issues, and if there are children, there is...
We’ve all known couples who’ve had trouble living with--and without--each other. One such couple came in to our Oakland office seeking a Legal Separation. Married for ten years, this couple had stressful, well-paying jobs, a mortgage, two children and a dog. Their marriage had always been stormy This couple experienced more than...
