Divorce

After your divorce, you may decide that you do not like the spousal support arrangement. Whether you pay or receive support, you will need to request a modification from the court if you want it to change. The Judicial Branch of California explains you cannot ask for...

If you are going through a divorce, you may already know you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse must divide marital assets. As parents, you also must work out a custody arrangement. If you intend to share custody of your kids with your ex-spouse, putting the terms of the...

When you file for divorce in California, you are often faced with a myriad of issues to resolve. Dividing property that you have accumulated during the marriage can be one of the most difficult. While some couples are able to discuss separation of property amicably,...

Spousal support is not a guarantee in any divorce. However, if the court awarded it in your case and you are paying it, then you should understand how to end it. The California Courts explain your spousal support order may have a set end date or it may not. Even if...

A private judge is a neutral party who a divorcing couple hires to perform the same functions normally performed by a county judge in a divorce proceeding. Private judges are becoming an increasingly popular option for divorcing couples in California. Should you...

Although you likely have a plan in place for the amount you are paying for child support each month, you may rethink this after a big life change.  Knowing legally acceptable reasons people ask for modifications can help you determine whether or not to ask for one...

After a divorce, your children may start to exhibit some signs of chronic stress in reaction. A sudden shift in their family structure and daily life could cause various problems. Learning to recognize the signs of divorce-related anxiety can help you support your...

As you contemplate divorce, you are likely thinking about how to split your home and belongings. There are other assets you should consider, as well, including your spouse’s retirement savings. Retirement accounts are often very valuable assets and can be essential to...

When you first realize divorce is imminent, you may start to worry about your future or how you will cope with this change.   Making new habits and avoiding bad ones can help you start your new life off right.   Take care of your body According to Psychology Today,...

Like many people going through divorce proceedings in California, you may have difficulty looking beyond the official end of your marriage. Yet once that comes, you quickly realize that you still have several years (likely even decades) of life left ahead of you....