According to U.S. News and World Report, California's divorce rate in 2019 was 6.5% per 1000 women. While this is a lower percentage than in many other states, it still represents the unfortunate end to marriages. If you find yourself facing divorce, it is a good idea...
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What couples should know about debt and divorce
California is a community prop state, which means in a divorce, the court assumes each spouse has equal ownership of all assets and all debts. Business Insider reported the average American debt is over $59,500. Many couples will have to navigate how to divide debt...
Issues that You Need to Resolve in a Divorce
While divorce is an emotional decision, it is also a strict legal process. The law requires you to resolve many different issues before the family court will dissolve your marriage. Resolving such matters can go smoother in some cases than in others, and it helps to have a Long Beach divorce lawyer helping you through the process. Common Issues California…
Avoiding Common Divorce Mediation Mistakes: Tips from Experienced Mediators
Divorce mediation can be an effective and less adversarial way to resolve disputes and reach agreements on issues such as child custody, spousal support, and property division. However, there are common mistakes that many people make during the mediation process. In this post, we’ll provide you with five expert tips to help you avoid these pitfalls and make the most…
Spousal Support in High-Asset Divorces: What You Need to Know
High-asset divorces can be complex and contentious, especially when it comes to determining spousal support. With so much at stake, it’s crucial to have a solid understanding of the factors that can impact spousal support in high-asset divorces and the strategies that can be employed to protect your financial future. In this blog post, we’ll discuss some of the top…
What are the First Signs of Divorce?
Some couples divorce following a single event that is unacceptable to one spouse, such as adultery or domestic violence. However, for most people, the idea of divorce arises gradually. Some spouses might not even realize that the other is considering divorce until they file a case. It is preferable to know when a divorce might be on the horizon so…
Is Your Spouse Concealing Assets?
Part of a divorce is dividing all marital property and assets between the spouses. The first step is to inventory all your property and assets, so you and your attorney have an overview of what must be divided. Sometimes, a spouse will attempt to conceal certain assets to avoid having to divide them, and this can lead to serious issues…
Divorce as a Business Owner
Dividing your property in a California divorce can be complicated even if you have relatively straightforward property and assets. As a community property state, the law requires spouses to divide all their shared community property as evenly as possible. But what happens when one spouse owns a business? Can that spouse keep the business, or will they have to divide…
Are You Unsure About Your Divorce Case?
Some people go through phases where they fight with their spouses and want to end their marriages, so they might file for divorce. Once the divorce is in progress, they might wonder if they are making the right decision. Perhaps you and your spouse are getting along better. Maybe you went to therapy and decided to work things out. Whatever…
Does It Matter Who Files for Divorce?
In the big picture, no, it does not matter who files divorce first. However, if you take a deeper look, you’ll find that there are some advantages to being the one who starts the process. First, you can set out what you would like in the divorce petition, and your spouse would file a response including what they want (if…