As divorce mediation increases in popularity, many couples may have heard of it and wondered how it works. Divorce mediation can provide divorcing couples with more control over divorce outcomes and their future following the divorce process. By being able to reach...
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How is a business valued in a divorce?
If you own a business, and you are getting divorced, you may have a variety of concerns and questions related to how your divorce may impact your business. It is important to have as many answers to those questions as possible as you begin the divorce and property...
Collaborative divorce is one options for couples to consider
Courtrooms can sometimes be intimidating for families going through the divorce process. They may also lack the privacy some families would prefer, especially when children are involved. Depending on the couple and disputes that may arise between the couple, the...
Johnny Depp’s California divorce may be without a prenup
This blog recently discussed the impending high-asset divorce between Johnny Depp and his wife, Amber Heard. It has been reported that the couple did not have a prenuptial agreement before they married. This has created some questions concerning whether they had a...
Actors Johnny Depp and Amber Heard divorcing in California
Any divorce process can be a challenge but knowing how to approach divorce-related issues associated with a high-asset divorce is important. Johnny Depp and his wife of 15 months, Amber Heard, are divorcing. The actress recently filed for divorce from Depp and...
Collaborative divorce is also a resource for same-sex couples
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...
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...
