This blog recently discussed the benefits of the collaborative divorce process. Collaborative divorce options can also be helpful for same-sex couples who are divorcing. Same-sex couples going through the dissolution process in California, whether they have children...
Year: 2016
How can different divorce options help divorcing couples?
You may have heard more these days about mediation as it relates to divorce and you may have also heard of collaborative divorce but wondered what it is. Collaborative divorce allows divorcing couples to resolve disputes by reaching agreements with trained...
Same sex marriage and domestic partnership options in California
The history of same-sex marriage in California is long and involves several court cases, rulings and even a constitutional amendment. It is important for many same-sex partners living in California to understand the current status of the law and the family law options...
Facing the challenges of spousal support with family law help
Spousal support, sometimes referred to as alimony, can be a challenging and sometimes emotionally upsetting aspect of any divorce. The views of the divorcing spouses concerning spousal support may be completely opposed to one another and the emotional nature of the...
How are the best interests of the child determined in California?
When child custody issues are negotiated and decided upon in California, what is in the best interests of the child is the main consideration used to determine child custody. If you are involved in child custody negotiations in California, you may wonder how the best...
An overview of divorce options
Divorce can be a big transition which requires preparation and planning. Downsides to the divorce process can arise when emotions take over. Emotions are understandable during the divorce process but they can lead to costly and time-consuming disputes. Divorce-related...
Tesla founder divorcing in California
Whenever a high profile couple is involved in the divorce process, complex asset division may be required as part of a high asset divorce. Tesla founder and billionaire Elon Musk and his wife, actress Tallulah Riley, are divorcing. Riley filed for divorce in...
Divorce can be financially challenging but family law can help
Divorce can be a challenging process. It can be especially challenging emotionally and financially.Because of the possible financial impact of divorce, it can be helpful to keep some tips in mind to help avoid financial mistakes commonly made during the divorce...
Divorcing couples should know how to approach business assets
One of the biggest challenges for a divorcing couple can be the division of business assets. Complex and costly issues can arise for couples with businesses when they begin the process of dividing business assets during a divorce. During the divorce process, it is...
Couples should keep careful records of spousal support
Record-keeping during the divorce process, especially during a high-asset divorce, can be important. Perhaps not surprisingly, it is also important to keep records related to spousal support or partner support. Both recipients of spousal support and former spouses...
