Marriage rates have been on the decline for the last several years, not only in California but in other parts of the country. More people are choosing to live together without marrying each other, either for financial or personal reasons. However, unmarried couples...
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What happens to your pension benefits during a divorce?
As you and your spouse enter into the divorce process in the state of California, there are likely a lot of questions on your mind. One of the most concerning may be what happens to your pension. The reality is that your pension may be split, or you may be able to...
How does domestic violence impact child custody?
It's the scary truth that up to 15.5% of children throughout the country witness various acts of domestic violence every year. California couples who are fighting over child custody may also be dealing with domestic violence issues. Family law courts take instances of...
Determining what is separate property in a divorce
When California residents begin the divorce process, a major part of it will be the division of property. In some cases, that division might be simple and straightforward. In other cases, particularly in cases of high-asset divorce, there might be questions about...
Facts to know about divorce as a business owner
California entrepreneurs who find themselves facing the process of divorce may worry about losing business assets to their spouse. Unfortunately, going through divorce as a business owner with a high net worth can be extremely complex. Understand that the business can...
How to react when your spouse doesn’t want a divorce
Generally speaking, you can get a divorce in the state of California even if your spouse doesn't want to. However, it will likely be harder to obtain a favorable outcome in a timely manner if you take an adversarial approach to ending your marriage. Fortunately, there...
How to remove a restraining order
Family courts throughout California issue restraining orders in many domestic violence cases. Those who are falsely accused of being domestic abusers can find some of their rights diminished as a result of restraining orders. Keeping a level head and understanding how...
Understanding the difference’s in property when going through divorce
If you've decided that it's time to undergo a divorce in the state of California, you likely have a lot of questions. One of the most confusing parts of a divorce for most people is dealing with the separation of marital property. We're going to take a few moments and...
Same-Sex marriage and the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court reviewed whether or not to hear a case regarding a court clerk out of Kentucky who refused to issue same-sex couples a marriage license. The clerk, Kim Davis, used her religious beliefs as a form of defense during her lower federal court hearings....
Key points about the divorce process in California
For Californians who are experiencing the litany of challenges that accompany a divorce, it is easy to ignore the basics. However, those basics may be critical to the case. Because child custody, child support, alimony and property division will all be considerations,...

