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...
Divorce
3 ways California parents can help kids cope with divorce
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...
Hiding assets in divorce is a form of perjury
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...
Successful parenting for dads after a divorce
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...
The important conversation with your kids about divorce
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...
A realistic financial future after your divorce
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...
Do you really need a prenuptial agreement?
When preparing to walk down the aisle, you and your soon-to-be spouse are planning for the wedding day, honeymoon and the start of your lives together. You are probably not thinking about what will happen if your marriage ends in divorce at some point in the future,...
Financial preparation is the key to your post-divorce future
Securing a fair and reasonable financial settlement is critical for your post-divorce future. You understand it’s important to seek terms that allow you to have stability and security long-term, but this starts well before you even file for divorce. Preparing for this...
Co-parenting can be expensive. Can you afford it?
When two California parents go through a divorce, it is likely that one of their main concerns is how they can protect the best interests of their children from start to finish. One way many do this is by choosing to co-parent. This type of arrangement allows children...
Will staying married for the kids do more harm than good?
Once you have children, your marriage is no longer just about you and your spouse. It is also about the children that you share. The decisions that you make about your relationship will impact your kids, possibly in a long-lasting way. Quite a few parents going...