Divorce

For couples that own a business together, divorce can be much more complex and technical than it might otherwise be. One major concern that can arise during this transition is the potential for divorce gossip to damage the company’s reputation. A whirlwind of emotions...

No one wants details of their divorce widely shared without their consent. Partially, because no spouse behaves perfectly in any marriage, and one’s worst moments and actions can surface as evidence in a contentious divorce – and perhaps be misrepresented or...

A grey divorce refers to couples, typically over the age of 50, deciding to part ways after many years of marriage. Unlike their younger counterparts, individuals going through a grey divorce face certain distinct challenges and transitions that are deeply intertwined...

Every state follows its own rules when it comes to the division of marital assets when a couple divorces. California is what is known as a “community property” state, which means that (with a few exceptions) everything a couple acquires after their marriage begins is...

In today’s digitally connected world, your personal reputation can have a big impact on your social relationships, your professional opportunities and your overall standing in your community. Unfortunately, a difficult divorce can leave your public image a bit worse...

If you’ve been through a contentious divorce, you may feel like you don’t want to see your ex again – ever. The marriage did not end on good terms, and it was both confusing and frustrating. Perhaps you even blame your spouse for causing the divorce. However, you know...

Divorce mediation is an excellent alternative to litigated family law proceedings. Couples can handle their disagreements in private and reach their own settlements on matters involving property division, child custody and support. However, there is frequently an...

Spousal support or alimony is sometimes necessary to make divorce feasible. If one spouse has left the workforce entirely or only performed part-time jobs because they devoted themselves to caring for the marital home or raising children, they will need support to...

Divorces often hit sticking points when it comes to the division of marital assets and issues of spousal support. This can be particularly true when one spouse wants more alimony than the other is willing to give (or thinks is fair). Whatever side of the issue you may...

The largest asset most married people have is their home. Coming in a close second to that is sometimes the retirement accounts. If the couple decides they need to divorce, those retirement accounts must be divided. For some retirement accounts, the court must prepare...