Divorce, in and of itself, is an emotionally taxing and transformative life event. If your marriage is over and divorce is in the works, it is in your best interest that you understand what you can and cannot do. While no law prohibits you from using social media...
Divorce
Are you headed for a January divorce?
Most people reserve January for kicking bad habits so they can begin a new year as a better version of themselves. For some people, this includes finally filing for divorce after trying to make their marriage work with little success. In fact, quite a number of...
Advocating for your child’s education during a divorce
College tuition and trade schools are both expensive – but young people often need a degree to get started in life on the best footing. Unfortunately, child support in California only goes until a child turns 18 years of age (or 19, if they’re still in high school)....
Can you run the family business with your ex?
Running a family business post-divorce presents a unique set of challenges. Ex-spouses who continue to operate a business together must navigate their changed personal relationships while maintaining a professional working environment. The decision to continue running...
Settlement conference: Keeping your privacy during divorce
Like marriage, divorce is a very personal matter for couples. While some do not mind having their divorce as part of public records, others would like to keep the details of their separation private and confidential. Courts acknowledge this concern and allow divorce...
Dividing art in divorce
An artist has a unique bond with their art creation or collection. After all, determining the value of an art depends on understanding the artist behind it. So, when an artwork comes in the middle of a high-asset divorce, it is most likely one of the most complex...
What is the marital standard of living in California?
The marital standard of living is the lifestyle you and your spouse established and enjoyed during your marriage. It comprises your shared marital expenses and current financial standing while married to your spouse. California law includes a marital standard of...
What makes divorces involving businesses so hard?
Many people who live in Orange County have made their living by building up and running small to mid-sized businesses. Often, these businesses are family-owned and may have been in a person’s family for generations. Income from successful family businesses frequently...
Is property always split equally in a California divorce?
Property division is usually the most complex aspect of a divorce, especially if you and your spouse own a lot of property. California is one of only a few states that follow a community property model for divorce. Community property refers to all assets and...
Can I increase my privacy with divorce settlement conferences?
Divorce can be a stressful and emotional process, and the last thing you need is to have your private matters scrutinized by strangers. This is why many Californians going through a divorce wonder how to protect their privacy and avoid exposing personal and financial...