Divorce

When you married “for better or worse,” you meant it. However, you did not anticipate the emotional, physical and financial challenges that might come when your spouse developed a mental illness. You’ve finally reached the point where you feel like you can’t take the...

As the confetti settles and the holiday decorations are packed away at the end of December, many people are left facing the harsh reality of a troubled marriage. It's no secret that divorce filings tend to increase early in a new year, but what drives this phenomenon?...

Infidelity in a marital union is among the most painful breaches of trust that spouses can experience. It forces individuals to confront difficult questions about loyalty, respect and whether the relationship can survive.  For those in California, the state’s unique...

In marriages where one partner is particularly controlling, the other spouse may feel trapped, anxious and/or intimidated by the prospect of seeking freedom. Thankfully, there are ways to navigate the divorce process safely and effectively, even when faced with a...

When people talk about restraining orders, the focus is almost always on violent behavior. The state can issue restraining orders against individuals who have engaged in domestic violence, made credible threats or stalked another person. However, restraining orders...

A marriage can’t be plain sailing all the time, and most couples have disagreements. Overcoming these disagreements ultimately makes the relationship stronger. Nonetheless, some arguments are just too serious. The reality is that a significant number of marriages...

Couples must navigate specific legal requirements when filing for divorce in California, including a mandatory waiting period. This period serves as a cooling-off phase, giving spouses time to consider reconciliation or finalize the details of their separation. Here...

In the past, being a millionaire was synonymous with being wealthy. Nowadays, the word "millionaire" seems almost outdated. The modern term for someone with significant wealth is "high-net-worth individual." Often abbreviated as HNWI, this term describes a person or...

As the song goes, "Mo Money Mo Problems." When it comes to high net worth divorces, this phrase often rings true. Divorces involving significant assets can become more contentious due to the sheer complexity of dividing wealth. High-asset spouses face more intricate...

When you file a divorce petition, you are supposed to serve the paperwork to your spouse. This informs them of your intent to end the marriage and starts the legal process. They have to respond to that divorce petition, and the court will then begin scheduling your...