SERVING SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA’S HIGH-ASSET DIVORCE NEEDS
When you are in the midst of a contentious divorce – especially if your divorce involves real estate, significant investments, businesses or other valuable assets – having the right legal representation is crucial. However, there may come a time when you feel the need...
Parents who divorce or separate in California usually share parental rights and responsibilities. They spend a certain amount of time with their children and also share the legal power to make decisions about their lives. Most parents eventually find ways to cooperate...
When couples in California decide to divorce, property division can become a complex and emotional process. This is especially true when it comes to cherished assets like vacation homes. Understanding how the law oversees real estate division during divorce can help...
In recent years, statistics have shown that gray divorce is happening more often. For the average American, the divorce rate is falling. But for those who are 45 and older, it has been going up—and especially for those over 65. Naturally, there are a multitude of...
The property division stage of divorce is undoubtedly one of life's most challenging experiences. While high-value assets can introduce contention, it is often the personal or sentimental forms of marital property that cause the most disputes. In California, a...
Social media is a powerful tool for communication, but when co-parenting, it can also become a source of conflict. Posts, comments and shared photos can impact custody agreements, inspire misunderstandings or even be used as evidence in legal disputes. As a result of...
Dividing a business during divorce is more than just splitting the financial assets. It also involves emotional ties and practical decisions, which contribute to the complexity of the process. Whether you own a small family venture or a larger enterprise, here are...
There are numerous reasons why one parent might hope to secure sole custody when they divorce. Perhaps they intend to move out of state to pursue a job or return to their family. Sole custody makes that transition easier to accomplish. Maybe there are issues with...
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...