SERVING SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA’S HIGH-ASSET DIVORCE NEEDS
Divorce is already complicated, but when significant wealth, business interests or investments are involved, the process can stretch on for months or even years. Community property laws apply in California, which means in most divorces, assets acquired during marriage...
You have decided that you would like to use a prenuptial agreement. You think that it will make an eventual divorce easier, and you also want to protect assets that you own. However, your significant other does not agree. They tell you that they do not want to use a...
Research consistently shows that women are more likely than men to initiate divorce. While many factors contribute to this trend, women often feel a greater sense of dissatisfaction in their marriages than their partners. For high-earning women, this can be especially...
Divorce can bring significant changes to many aspects of life, and finances are one of the areas most affected. Adjusting to a new financial situation can be challenging, but knowing what to expect can make the process easier. Here are some of the key financial...
Spouses sometimes opt to start a business together as a way to support the family. This often takes considerable work and effort from both parties, and it likely will be a major source of pride. But most people don’t stop to consider what will happen to that business...
Dividing property can be extremely complicated when divorcing. It is one of the areas where conflicts can soon occur if both parties do not enter with realistic and reasonable attitudes. One thing you need to keep an open mind to is the fact that your spouse might not...
Los Angeles is a place where careers are built on creativity, image and innovation. With so much wealth tied to personal brands and original work, intellectual property (IP) often plays a central role in high-asset divorces. Whether it is a film script, a fitness app,...
Gray divorce refers to people who get divorced at a relatively older age, sometimes defined as being over 50 years old. We recently discussed some of the reasons for gray divorce, which include shifting cultural norms and the fact that people often become...
Divorce brings many financial questions, especially about dividing assets like a 401(k). Understanding how these retirement accounts get split can help you plan. Understanding 401(k) division During a marriage, any contributions made to a 401(k) usually count as...
Social media is a place where people can connect with their friends, family members and others who share similar interests. Some people share most of their life events on these platforms, but others keep things a bit more private. There are times in a person’s life...