SERVING SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA’S HIGH-ASSET DIVORCE NEEDS
Generally speaking, the assets that a couple acquires after they get married are shared assets. This includes things like a car that they buy together or the earnings from their jobs. These are marital assets, so they need to be split up in some fashion if the couple...
Dividing property in divorce when there are significant and complex assets at stake can be a challenge. Some of these assets may have a sentimental component, which can make them even more challenging to split or give up in exchange for something else. Take a wine...
Until recently, pets were considered personal property under the law. This perspective significantly influenced how pet custody was handled during divorce proceedings. However, recent legal changes have started recognizing pets' unique role in families. Assembly Bill...
If you’re getting divorced, you’re likely thinking about separate assets and marital assets as you determine how to divide them with your spouse. Marital assets typically have to be split up, while separate assets are retained by the person who owns them. In many...
Divorce can be challenging and emotionally charged, often involving the division of assets accumulated during the marriage. Most divorcing couples strive for a fair and transparent division of property. However, some individuals resort to hiding assets, attempting to...
Divorce is a difficult process to go through, and there are a lot of tough decisions to make. One is whether you should try to hold on to the family home. There are several factors to consider before you can decide whether it’s the right choice for you. The pros and...
Navigating the choppy waters of a divorce can be emotionally and financially draining. This is especially true in California, which has specific laws and regulations. Protecting your finances should be a top priority. However, when facing the emotional drain of...
Divorce can bring many challenges, one of which is navigating the intricacies of real estate. This might involve selling a shared home, buying new properties and handling the logistics of relocating. While it's a complex process, reaching a mutually beneficial outcome...
A qualified domestic relations order (QDRO) is a very important tool for those who are not yet at the age of retirement when they divorce. A QDRO allows people to divide a retirement account that would typically be subject to taxes or early withdrawal penalties in the...
Although the division of assets takes the spotlight during a divorce, what happens with marital debt is equally important. This is the debt that a couple acquired during the duration of the marriage. When a couple goes separate ways, the marital debt must be divided...