Property distribution is an essential part of the divorce process. During these discussions, you might divide debt between you and your ex. You might feel uncomfortable voicing opinions about these matters. However, you should thoroughly review your debts because a...
Divorce
Does a history of domestic violence impact spousal support?
The cost of living in California is high, and many people stay in an unhappy marriage longer than they should simply because they are afraid they won’t be able to afford to live independently. Unfortunately, this can also be true for people staying in an abusive...
How you can get the most from a divorce settlement
Not everything of value to you is of the same value to your spouse. You have known this person well enough to marry them, which means you are super familiar with the things they like. To guarantee that you both get exactly what you want, you both should discuss a...
Is property in a living trust divided if I divorce?
Some people, while married, place their family home or other valuable assets in a living trust, with no idea that they might eventually divorce. Assets in a trust are placed outside of personal ownership. But what happens to community property in a trust if you...
Can I be reimbursed for helping my spouse build a business?
In California, a high-asset divorce is inevitably complicated, particularly if there is a successful business as part of the marriage. Often, one party ran the business while the other either played a minor role in its operation or was not involved at all. However,...
Five ways to get through your divorce from a liar
Divorce is hard enough as it is. Figuring out how to untangle yourself from a spouse whom you’ve spent years or even decades building a life with can be difficult, to say the least, and the emotional implications can certainly be overwhelming. As if that’s not enough,...
How does domestic violence impact support and property division?
Domestic violence is an unfortunate part of many California family law cases. Domestic violence can be terrible for victims, and criminal charges can do extensive damage to the life of the accused. When a marriage ends with a history of these allegations, it is...
A collaborative approach to divorce
The image of divorce is not pleasant. Hollywood and mainstream media portray it as a brutal, long and costly process. The truth is that divorce can be messy, filled with conflicts, lengthy and cost you a lot of money; however, this is not the only way divorce can look...
Some professions have higher divorce rates
Our economic landscape in California is hallmarked by the haves and the have- nots, and as a result, many choose professions with low unemployment and high income potential. Others choose public service to give back. What is often not discussed when we choose our...
Can divorce affect my immigration status?
If you have come to California as an immigrant, can divorce affect your immigration status? The answer is yes, but the details depend upon the exact circumstance of how you and your spouse came to the United States. If your immigration status is dependent on your...

