Divorce

In 2024, divorce continues to be a significant issue for many couples. While the notion that half of all marriages end in divorce is exaggerated, it's still a reality for many. In the U.S., 43% of first marriages end in divorce, but the rate jumps to 60% for second...

Divorces involving significant assets, higher incomes and a comfortable standard of living tend to be more complicated than divorces with fewer resources at risk. Spouses are often eager to preserve their standard of living and to retain as much of the marital estate...

When two California spouses decide to go their separate ways, they must resolve numerous legal issues. If you’re a parent heading down this path, you will have the added responsibility of executing a child custody agreement. Divorce is unavoidably disruptive to family...

You may be one of many people in California who had a dog even before you were married. Perhaps your fur pal naturally became a part of your new family. Then again, maybe you and your new spouse went together to rescue a pup from a shelter or gave your children their...

When you make the decision to end your marriage, you know this choice will affect you for years to come. It will not only impact the amount of time you spend with your children, but it will also affect other aspects of your life long-term, including your finances. It...

There’s no way to predict how your children will respond when you inform them that you and your spouse have decided to go separate ways in life. Even when children suspect that their parents are having marital problems, learning that you have made a formal decision...

When you prepare for property division proceedings in a California court, you must be willing to disclose all your assets and liabilities. In this state, the court equally splits marital property between spouses. However, how can you obtain an equal share of property...

While your divorce changed many areas of your life, it did not change the love you have for your children and your desire to be an active and loving parent. However, maintaining a strong role in the lives of the kids after a divorce may be especially challenging for...

If you have made the decision to divorce, the next step may be to explain to your kids what they can expect in the weeks and months ahead. Divorce will bring significant changes to their lives, and you will have to have an initial conversation with them about the end...

As you consider the changes a divorce will bring to your life, you do not want to overlook the potential financial impact as well. It is easy to see the immediate changes a separation will bring, but as you begin to pursue a fair financial settlement, you would be...