Many married couples in California often have big gaps in their personal resources and earning potential. It is common for one spouse to earn far more than the other does, especially if the couple shares children. If you stayed home for years to raise your children or...
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How do you prove abuse during a California custody dispute?
If you decided to leave your spouse because they have become physically violent toward you or abusive of your children, you may feel scared in the early stages of your divorce. It can be hard to know how an abusive spouse or parent will respond to drastic changes in...
Can you protect your privacy and career in a California divorce?
The possible social fallout can be one of the most stressful parts of a divorce, especially if you are a successful professional. You and your spouse probably share many friends, and some of those people will feel like they have to take sides in the divorce. You can...
How does a California judge make custody decisions?
The terms set in your divorce will influence everything from where you live to how you retire. When you have young children, few matters are as important during a divorce as protecting your relationship with them. The California family courts have specific procedures...
What community property laws mean for your California real estate
Buying real estate is a popular way to diversify financial holdings. You and your spouse may have bought multiple vacation homes that you occasionally enjoy yourselves but frequently rent out for short-term use to others, providing a stream of income. Maybe you...
Income earned during your marriage is probably community property
Realizing that a divorce may be part of your immediate future can feel overwhelming. People often experience increased or even guilt about the failure of their marriage. There will also inevitably be concerns about the financial implications of splitting up with your...
What happens to retirement accounts and investments during divorce?
You’ve worked hard to build up a stable financial future for your family. You’ve built up a considerable retirement account, and you’ve carefully chosen investments that can grant you passive income streams in your old age. Now that divorce is on your doorstep, you...