There are many things to argue over in a divorce. This is, unfortunately, part of the reason why divorces can be complicated and stressful. Child custody is one of those very contentious issues. Parents spend long hours debating with each other and a judge about who...
The division of property in a divorce can be a complicated matter. Marital property assets such as business assets and retirement plans are not as simple to divide as many might believe. The distribution of property is even more difficult when a high asset divorce...
There are many different issues to discuss in the divorce process. Issues of child custody, property division, alimony and child support swirl in and out of the difficult separation discussion. Sometimes it is assumed in a heterosexual divorce that the woman will gain...
This blog is primarily dedicated to divorce law and all things related to divorce. Most individuals, including California residents, would rather not consider the prospect of divorce before their wedding day. However, it is a smart and important step to consider one's...
In cases where couples are considering ending their marriage, the valuation and division of pensions and retirement plans is often an issue. But for same-sex domestic partners of federal employees in California, the right to receive those retirement benefits in the...
There is no question that divorce is an emotionally difficult process. However, in the face of public scrutiny, the procedure can be all the more trying. California State Treasurer Bill Lockyer is currently facing such an uphill battle. The treasurer recently filed...
As California residents know, the emotional strife that often occurs when ending a long and committed relationship can be tough. But making a decision to get a divorce can be even more difficult when there are hard decisions to be made regarding property division....
The definitions of who is a legal parent and of parenting itself have been changing and expanding for the past decade. With advances in assisted reproductive technology, as well as the increase in adoption, a child may often potentially have more than two parental...
There are many items to argue over during a divorce. A high-asset divorce involves particularly difficult conversations about property division due to the large number of assets involved. Just some examples of typical division of property disputes include the division...
The effect of separating spouses on children is a highly discussed consequence of divorce. As a previous post mentioned, some researchers conclude divorce can actually be better for children, because divorcing parents find themselves living a happier, less stressful...
