Not every California marriage ends because somebody cheated or otherwise broke the other party’s trust. Sometimes, marriages simply run their course, or two people in a marriage decide their relationship has become more platonic than romantic in nature. If this sounds...
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3 benefits of divorce mediation
If you are seeking a divorce from your spouse, you do not have to litigate the matter in court. Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution that allows you to reach a divorce settlement outside of court. Mediation offers significant advantages over...
3 tips for successful divorce mediation
Divorce mediation offers several advantages over traditional litigation. It typically costs less, does not take as long and gives you control over the process. The settlement does not become binding until you and your former spouse both sign it. Nevertheless, there is...
4 financial steps to take before your divorce
Because divorce has serious implications for your finances, it is important to take stock of them before you initiate any proceedings. This way, you know exactly where you stand. U.S. News and World Report recommends some important financial steps you should take...
How long can you collect spousal support after a divorce?
For many years, spousal support was a routine arrangement in a California divorce settlement. Alimony was a way to even out the financial consequences for a spouse who stayed home with the children. Today, alimony is far less common. However, California courts will...
How do you help your child through divorce?
As a parent, going through a divorce is difficult for more reasons than simply the impact it can have on you and your partner. You will likely spend time worrying about how it will affect your child, too. It is important to understand how to guide your child through...
How useful is market-based business valuation?
If you are going through a divorce, you are likely to experience things you thought you would not have to address for years. One of them is valuing your business. After all, your business may be a marital asset that is subject to California's community property laws....
Can mediation help with parental alienation?
Parental alienation, where one parent tries to turn the kids against the other parent, is often heartbreaking. According to Psychology Today, it also can be a form of emotional or psychological child abuse. As such, you should not stand idly by while your soon-to-be...
Consider how royalties affect your divorce
In a high net worth divorce, it is rare to find a case that has a straightforward amount of income or assets. You may share businesses, intellectual property or even creative works producing constant income and generating royalties. When it comes time to divide up the...
What happens to the pet in a California divorce?
When you divorce your California husband or wife, you may wonder what happens to any pets the two of you shared before the split. While California typically splits any assets acquired between you during your divorce in an equitable manner, things work a bit...