Facing divorce means making many difficult decisions while you are already feeling overwhelmed. Between managing your career, juggling your children’s busy schedules and braving a mortgage, you want to avoid even more stress. Fortunately, you can choose between having...
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Dividing stock options, RSUs and equity compensation in a divorce
In a California divorce, equity compensation can raise questions that feel more complex than dividing a bank account. Stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs) and similar benefits often depend on future events such as vesting schedules or company performance....
When mediation works after trust breaks in California
You may feel stuck in a difficult place. You no longer trust your spouse, yet you do not want a courtroom battle. You might worry that if you choose mediation, you could lose leverage or overlook something important. Even so, in many California divorces, mediation can...
What are the most common mediation myths couples believe?
Divorce mediation comes with plenty of assumptions. You may hear strong opinions from friends, family, or online sources that do not match how mediation works in California. Clearing up common myths can help you decide whether mediation fits your situation. Myth one:...
What is a Gavron warning and when do California judges use it?
If you receive spousal support in California, you may hear the term “Gavron warning” during your case. This warning affects how courts view long-term support and future modification requests. Understanding what it means helps you plan for financial independence. What...
How does retirement account division work in a California divorce?
You deal with many financial questions during divorce, and retirement accounts often top the list. These accounts hold years of work and savings, so you want clear answers about how California law treats them. Understanding community and separate property California...
Specialized services can help to facilitate collaborative divorce
The idea of collaborative divorce is appealing to many people. Collaborative divorce proceedings require the cooperation of the spouses. They commit to working with one another to settle all of their current disagreements without going to court. Successfully...
How do courts handle custody when one parent has a new partner?
When one parent enters a new relationship, it can create tension and uncertainty in a custody arrangement. You might worry about how your ex’s new partner could affect your child’s routine, safety, or emotional well-being. In California, courts focus on one key issue:...
How does self-employment affect alimony calculations in CA?
If you are self-employed, you already know your income can fluctuate from month to month. When a divorce involves alimony, those ups and downs can make things complicated. California courts look closely at how much you actually earn and whether that income is...
How does real estate factor into high-asset divorce mediation?
Real estate often represents one of the most valuable assets in a marriage. When you and your spouse decide to divorce, figuring out what happens to those properties can be stressful. Mediation helps you reach fair agreements about your homes and investments without a...