Gray divorce, meaning those that involve people aged 50 and older, are becoming more common. In fact, one study found that as many as 10% of divorces involve individuals who are 65 and older. While marriage dissolution in your golden years might give you the new lease...
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How to handle harmful social media evidence in your divorce
Social media has become engrained in our everyday lives. It can help us remain connected with those we care about and those we’re interested in learning more about, and it can provide us with an outlet for emotions, both good and bad. Yet, your social media use can...
Modifying custody in California
If you have minor children, you will need to have your child custody arrangement approved by the court as part of your divorce. Once a final custody order has been signed by the judge, both parents are legally required to follow the terms of the order. However, as...
What is a long cause hearing?
Divorce brings both emotional and financial challenges and navigating the complexities of the divorce process can sometimes feel impossible. The process is filled with many different steps and requirements that must be properly completed for you to obtain your...
6 ways to protect your business in your divorce
Your business is probably your largest asset. This makes it a focal point when you get divorced. If your marriage is headed towards dissolution, then, you need to be prepared for your spouse to try to obtain as much of a stake in your business as possible. This can be...
What if your community property includes your business?
California's community property law holds that all assets and debts acquired by either spouse during their marriage is owned jointly by both spouses. This means that if the marriage ends in divorce, each spouse has an equal claim to everything in the community...
Tips for helping your children deal with your divorce
Divorce can be tough on you, but it can be even more difficult for your children. And seeing them struggle with the pain and anger they’ll experience can be crushing. Fortunately, you don’t have to sit back and watch your children suffer. Instead, you can implement...
Division of retirement assets in California divorces
Divorce is one of the most challenging times in any person's life. It often takes an enormous toll on the parties, and it is a difficult experience in every way, including financially. In addition to the emotional difficulties the couple is going through, many other...
How will divorce impact my private practice?
Physicians who choose to own a private practice are taking on more than just patients. They are taking on the need to delegate administrative and business duties and navigate the legalities of running a medical business. This is all in addition to managing patient...
Do I need a forensic accountant in my high-asset divorce?
If you and your soon-to-be spouse have been together for a long time, you may not even realize how many assets you have and how valuable they are. Most likely, you are not alone when it comes to this particular issue. Many people don't have a clear understanding of...