An unfortunate situation that we see all too often. The marriage has broken down, and one of the spouses, let’s assume in this case, the wife, wants to leave the marriage because her husband is abusing her. Still, she cannot afford to divorce him. This is a couple who...
Property Division
Why high-net-worth couples should consider a prenup
Discussing the demise of a marriage before it even begins is not an easy conversation for future spouses to have. Yet, divorce becomes a reality for thousands of couples in California every year. If spouses divorce with a prenuptial agreement in place, they can save...
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,...
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...
Ways to divide a home during divorce
During the property division process in a California divorce, the spouses must divide all their community property. This can include everything from household items to cars, bank accounts and more complex assets. For many married couples, a home is one of the most...
Financial moves women can make to better their divorce position
Divorce is a great divider. It divides couples, families, extended families, friends, property and assets. Thoughts of divorce are also bound to put you through a gamete of emotions. For any of us, these emotions could cloud our judgment. Still, clouded judgment,...
Do you get to keep the horse in a divorce?
Your horse may feel like an important part of your family. If that family is changing due to a divorce, you may worry who will receive ownership of the horse. Different states have different laws when it comes to who can keep a horse during a split. Keeping your horse...

