California parents know that parenting during and after a divorce can be a challenging situation. However, collaborating during the divorce negotiations to come up with a parenting plan that works well for all parties might be a key step in successful co-parenting...
Month: January 2018
Handling business matters during a divorce
California couples who operate a business together and who are also getting divorced should consider how they plan to handle the business. Some may decide to divide it up, while others may opt to continue working together. Regardless what is decided, there are certain...
Divorce mistakes to avoid
A divorce can be a painful process in many ways, including emotionally and financially. California couples who are facing the end of their marriages should make sure to avoid certain common mistakes during the process. Not finding the right attorney can make the...
In some divorces, beloved art is worth more than its price tag
California is home to many wealthy couples who have gone through high-asset divorces. When a large amount of money is involved, any asset could be the subject of a million-dollar legal battle. One of the issues that may arise during property division is who gets to...
Hip-hop performer Nas makes child custody agreement
California fans of the hip-hop performer Nas may know that he has been involved in a child custody dispute with his ex-wife Kelis over their 8-year-old son Knight. The custody agreement that the two have agreed upon includes specific parameters about the time each...
Co-parenting movement challenging child custody assumptions
Divorce courts in California and around the country have long been instructed to keep "the best interests of the child" front and center when hearing child custody cases. Issues such as choosing the custodial parent, visitation rights, relocation, and more have for...
The effect of divorce on credit
Divorce may have an effect on the credit of some people in California. For example, one person might want to keep the home, but this could involve refinancing and taking on more debt. Other ways could be related to how shared debt is divided and whether the split is...