Family Law

For a long time, prenuptial agreements were taboo. They seemed to exist only for celebrities and the ultra-wealthy. But that perception is increasingly being pushed aside—and with good reason. As many have noted, prenups have become increasingly common, driven largely...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Humans often try to find solace in other humans. As such, when something happens that is likely to be life-changing, some people like to share and compare stories. But California residents who are facing divorce should know that their particular stories might be...

There’s a lot to sort through when a marriage is coming to an end. One of the issues on the table during a divorce is marital property division and it can be a pretty confusing and complex thing. California is a community property state and that means all property...

Ending a marriage can be a complicated process. Couples in California who have decided to divorce may need to seek the independent advice of a number of experts if there are contentious issues. Although separate lawyers can see each person through the divorce process,...