Facing a Divorce as the COVID-19 Quarantine Ends in California
Stay-at-home orders and self-quarantining has impacted family relationships in positive ways for many. Unfortunately, married couples and families have also experienced negative consequences of spending months with one another. As stay-at-home orders are lifted in California, marriage counselors, family lawyers, and other experts have predicted an increase in divorce. Below we
Business Valuation and Divorce in Orange County: What You Need to Know
What You Need to Know Regarding Business Valuation and Divorce in Orange County California is a community property state. When a couple files for divorce, this means any property which was acquired during the marriage, regardless of the name associated with the property becomes the property of both spouses. There are
What Is the Waiting Period for Divorce in California?
Under California Law, couples seeking a divorce must wait six months. You might already know this stipulation, but still have many questions surrounding the waiting period. Below we provide more information about the waiting period as it relates to the dissolution of marriage in California and answers to some questions
The Most Common Financial Mistakes Made During Divorce In California
If you're considering or pursuing a divorce in California, there are some common financial pitfalls that you should try to avoid during the process. Most experienced family law attorneys have seen clients make these mistakes and pay the price. If you have questions about which steps you should take to
The Top 5 Mistakes Parents Make in a Child Custody Case
Child custody cases can quickly become difficult for both parents. Though you may no longer wish to continue relations with your former spouse, you still need to continue interactions with them in order to create the best possible scenario for your children. Not only that, you want to avoid making
How to Appeal a Divorce Decree
Many assume that once your divorce has been finalized and your divorce decree has been filed that they have no recourse to change the terms of their divorce. A final decree, referred to as "Final Judgment and the Dissolution of Marriage" in California, is often the last word in regard
Orange County Child Support: What You Need to Know About Retroactive Child Support and Child Support Arrears
Going through a divorce can leave your life feeling like everything is up in the air, and you are continually waiting on some judgment to put things in order. This is especially relevant for parents who are also dealing with a child custody case during this time. Often these parents
Can I Relocate My Kids Out of State During Divorce Proceedings?
If there's one thing that parents can agree on, it's that their children's' safety and wellbeing is always top priority. It's one reason why the divorce process can be so stressful-- none of was want to cause our children stress or harm. Some of us may even be responsible for
Divorce and COVID-19
COVID-19 has created an unprecedented new reality for everyone in the country. As you curtail your activities and make personal and professional adjustments, this new reality is hard to avoid. Over the coming weeks, the pandemic will control or influence everything you do. There are no exceptions for divorce, custody,
Will I Keep My House, Car, and Personal Property After Divorce?
In most cases, you keep personal property, such as your clothing, after a divorce. Everything else is subject to equal division since California is a community property state. Division of property and debts is a complicated issue, especially when one spouse or domestic partner brought his or her own property