Every year, thousands of married couples in the state of California decide to move forward with the divorce process. If you find yourself in this position, it's important to consider all of your options. This includes mediation. Despite the fact that there are many...
As California readers may know, couples age 50 and up are choosing to end their marriages at a higher-than-average rate. In fact, the overall divorce rate has dropped from about 50 percent, but the number of "gray divorces" continues to increase. As couples going...
Historically, prenuptial agreements have been cast in a negative light. From news programs to entertainment media, viewers could typically gain insight into an individual's personality by only hearing that he or she suggested a premarital document be signed. Is this...
While there are a lot of celebrity couples in California, not every couple deciding to end their marriage will make national headlines. There are plenty of wealthy couples who divorce and manage to avoid unnecessary litigation and legal complications. To follow along...
California readers know that the end of a marriage is a difficult and complicated process, even for the most amicable of couples. When an individual is facing divorce or considering this step, it can be quite beneficial to prepare for the emotional difficulties that...
The legal process of dissolving a marriage can be time-consuming and daunting. Once California divorce proceedings commence, there are a slew of decisions to be made. Tackling these legal matters head on can help to ensure all important interests are protected....
Money issues are one of the three leading causes of divorce. The bad news is that dissolution of a marriage often adds to this problem. When you divorce, you have to decide how to split your assets and your liabilities. Take a mortgage, for example. These days, a home...
While California is a community property state, there can be complications or unique factors that make the division of marital property complex. The idea of a 50-50 split of marital property during a divorce in the state is ideal. However, most people should...
Taxes can be a big factor during a divorce, especially when it comes to how taxes will reflect major changes such as alimony and the child credit. There are certain measures one can take to prepare for those changes and learn how certain aspects of a divorce will...
The dissolution of a marriage opens the door to many decisions that need to be made. Once anyone venturing into a divorce understands the scope of those decisions, particularly any decisions that pertain to finances, that party can make a more informed and positive...