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...
Pleasanton Family Law Blog
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...
Understanding the importance of a parenting plan
Parenting plans are an important part of the divorce process. Developing a parenting plan can be a significant divorce-related issue for most divorcing parents. Parenting plans can sometimes, however, be difficult to develop and work out so some tips for creating a...
How does collaborative divorce work?
There are a number of couples who may be looking for alternatives to the traditional divorce process. Alternatives to the traditional divorce process such as mediation or collaborative divorce may save divorcing couples time, money and acrimony. As may be true of any...
How to know when a divorce modification may be granted
Divorce settlements are an important part of the divorce process, however, modifying a divorce settlement may also be important for the divorced parties. The lives of the parties, of course, continue to move forward following a divorce which may create a need for...
Divorce options may increase possibility of an amicable divorce
Pleasanton is a beautiful community that many people enjoy living in. Valentine's Day was recently celebrated again this year and according to studies, it signals an increase in divorce activity. While the cost to divorce in California is $435, the total cost for...
Understanding how to request a change to spousal support
This blog recently discussed the circumstances under which spousal or partner support may be awarded spousal or partner support in California. In some circumstances, after spousal or partner support has been awarded, either spouse or partner may need to change the...
