Every California couple going through a divorce has a unique situation. There isn't just one solution for preparing your finances for the process and life afterward. However, there are some general steps that you should follow to help point your finances in the right...
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Tips for divorcing a wealthy partner
California couples who are entering into a divorce have a long road ahead. When your partner is a wealthy person, your divorce can be even more time-consuming as you sift through the various assets that you both share. To ensure that you get your fair share of your...
What should you put in your parenting plan during a divorce?
When you undergo a divorce in California, you'll need to come up with a parenting plan for your children. A parenting plan is a general name given to the overall custody agreement between the parents. While most people think that custody agreements solely have to do...
Complexities of dividing retirement accounts in a gray divorce
Dividing retirement accounts presents a particular challenge when an older California couple files for divorce. There are a number of factors that those involved in a so-called "gray divorce" need to bear in mind regarding the division of retirement accounts. Types of...
Signs You’re Divorcing A Gaslighter
"Gaslighting" might be a new word to some people, but it refers to an unfortunately sad and long-lasting behavior. Gaslighting involves telling untruths and manipulating people, among other issues. Married couples in California may find their marriage deteriorating...
Can I Lose Copyright To My Artistic Creations In California Divorce?
California is what is known as a community property state. This means that family law judges are generally required to divide marital property equally in divorce cases even if doing so would not lead to an equitable outcome. This may seem particularly unfair when...
About to go through a divorce? Protect your finances
Although a divorce can be emotionally devastating, the fact is that you need to start thinking about yourself ASAP. This is because you only have a small window in California to create protection around your financial and personal interests. The following includes a...
Impact of divorce on your business in California
Today, an average of one in two marriages is ending in divorce. Thus, the distribution of assets during a split is becoming more challenging and stressful. Once a business is involved, the process gets even more complicated. Whether you are a shareholder, a board...
Helping children cope with divorce
There is a lot to think about when going through a divorce in California. Since nearly everything earned or acquired during marriage is community property, couples need to inventory everything they have so they can split any community property equally. Determining how...
How to mitigate the financial consequences of divorce
California estranged couples may experience negative financial and emotional consequences regardless of when they end their marriages. However, it may be more difficult to overcome the consequences of a divorce that occurs closer to retirement age. Therefore, it is...