The “date of separation” in a dissolution case is a complete and final break in the marital relationship between spouses. The statute related to the date of separation was amended recently, and the new language is effective as of January 1, 2020. This new definition...
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California is a community property state. This is what it means.
California is a community property state. What does that mean? For purposes of a dissolution of marriage, it means that a California family court will characterize any property, both personal and real property, as either community property, quasi-community property,...
Is it better to settle a divorce or go to trial?
Most divorcing couples would opt to settle their matters out of court. But when a soon-to-be former couple in California can’t agree on the big issues during the divorce process, litigation may be the best route to take. Couples need to know, however, that by doing so...
Could a summary dissolution be a divorce option for you?
There is no easy way through divorce, or is there? There are certain steps to follow in California to get through the divorce process. There is one option of which some couples may not be aware, although certain criteria must be met in this circumstance and that is...
Limiting conflict by approaching divorce with a peaceful mindset
Dissolving a marriage can seem a stressful and intimidating process as the outcome of the situation could have a lingering impact on your future. With what is at stake, it might seem difficult to set aside current emotions and focus on making decisions based on what...
How is a judge likely to determine child custody?
The overriding standard in determining who children will live with if their parents’ divorce is what is in their best interests. This yardstick to determine child custody may seem confusing, so it may be wise for those in California to know how a family court judge...
Keeping your financial sanity during a divorce
Divorce has a way of impacting many facets of life. It can be an emotionally nerve-wracking experience for California residents, and it can also be financially devastating unless both parties agree to make fair and informed decisions. Many financial advisors recommend...
A 730 evaluation in California child custody matters
There may be times during the course of making decisions about children that mental health evaluations are necessary. In California, child custody determinations are made with the children’s best interests in mind. In order to find what those best interests are, a...
Money issues are major causes of divorce
One of the major bones of contention in some marriages is that of finances. Nothing can lead to the demise of a marriage quicker than a glut of financial issues that can’t be rectified. Experts have some advice for California couples regarding the most prevalent money...
Tracking down hidden assets during divorce
It’s true that many people want to amass and keep as much as possible for themselves during their lifetimes. But that doesn’t bode well when California couples are divorcing when one spouse has made the decision to hide assets from the other. In a divorce situation,...
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