SERVING SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA’S HIGH-ASSET DIVORCE NEEDS
Most people have heard about prenuptial agreements. However, fewer have knowledge of postnuptial agreements and how they can protect certain assets. Once considered rare, mid-marriage agreements are becoming more popular amongst couples who have been married for a...
Some people who go through a divorce opt to move out of the area once the divorce is finalized. While this isn’t much of an issue for people who don’t share children, it can be a major source of stress and contention for those who do. Relocating out of the area...
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...
Parental alienation can hurt families, especially in contentious custody battles. In California, parental alienation happens when one parent pushes a child away from the other parent, often by twisting things or saying bad things about them. Spotting and fixing this...
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...
Property division can be challenging, especially if your divorce involves significant assets. In this situation, you may ask yourself whether selling is viable for you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse. This option can help you divide assets fairly, but you must consider...
If you’re going to be divorcing, you may be only too happy to see a lot less of your spouse’s family in the future if your relationship was never particularly good or became strained as your marriage faltered. However, if you have children, your soon-to-be former...
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 a divorce that involves children, parents often have to organize child custody arrangements. Custody arrangements can determine each parent’s time they spend with their children and their responsibilities, such as their duty to provide their children with food,...
Sharing custody is relatively challenging. Parents have to find a schedule that works for them. They have to regularly travel to meet each other and perform custody exchanges. They need to communicate about the health and educational needs of their children. Parents...
People who share children but have opted to end their romantic relationship will have to determine how to handle everything related to raising the kids. This information is put into a parenting plan that both parties can refer to if they have questions about what...