Getting a divorce is an expensive and time-consuming process. You would likely prefer to avoid additional expenses and other legal matters for the foreseeable future after a recent divorce. However, your aversion to legal conversations might in a very vulnerable...
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Are copyrights and assignments of royalties subject to property division in a divorce?
A big part of any divorce is property division. Property in California refers to anything you can buy, sell or that has value. Obviously, tangible assets like your home or furniture are “property.” However, it also includes things like stocks, your 401k and bank...
Divorcing a master manipulator
Manipulators are people who seek to take control or influence others in a clever and skillful manner. Often, it is at the expense of others since the manipulator is only out to look for their own interests. If your spouse is a master manipulator, life can get pretty...
Can I be reimbursed during divorce for paying for my spouse’s education?
When filing for divorce, there are many factors to consider. Along with diving assets and liabilities, you must figure out things like child custody, who will retain ownership of the house and more. Some divorcing couples question whether they can be reimbursed for...
Considerations when divorcing a narcissist in California
If you are divorcing a narcissist, you know just how challenging it can be. These individuals are masters of manipulation and can make your life difficult. However, it's possible to divorce a narcissist successfully. Educate yourself about narcissism A narcissist is...
Rising divorce rates for California entrepreneurs
While the divorce rate in California has declined in recent years, some professions may face a greater risk of ending their marriages, even when they initially wanted to stay together forever. While some divorces are caused by issues like abuse or infidelity and other...
Understanding property and debt division in divorce
If you and your spouse are considering divorce, understanding the basics about debt, marital and separate property can help you during your negotiations. California laws have specific rules about each, requiring you to abide by them so that you can divide your...
Divorce and qualified assets
When it comes to divorce in California, untangling finances is one of the most difficult parts of the process. Special assets like 401(k) accounts and IRAs can prove very complex, and managing their division can involve large tax bills if not handled correctly....
Divorce when you have a medical practice
In California, divorce is usually a difficult process for everyone involved. It can be especially challenging when there's a medical practice involved, and it's marital property. The good news is that it's possible to get a desirable outcome if you find yourself in...
How to manage your life insurance during a divorce
While going through a California divorce, you have many things to consider. One of them is something most people don’t think about, life insurance. Managing your life insurance can make things easier. Review your life insurance policy During your divorce, you may want...