When you have spent years building a medical practice, establishing a business or accumulating high-value assets, a divorce brings complex financial questions. One of the most pressing concerns is how long you will be required to pay spousal support. In California,...
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2 tips for handling property division in California
Throughout a marriage, spouses may acquire assets that they enjoy. In many cases, these include high-ticket items and some with emotional attachment. Those items can become the subject of a highly contentious property division process if they decide to end their...
Effective co-parent communication: 2 tips
Parents who go through a divorce will have to ensure they’re doing what they can to provide consistency for the children. This isn’t always easy because of the emotions that come with ending a relationship, but many parents will find that effective communication...
What no one will tell you about gray divorce
Most discussions about gray divorce focus on finances, retirement accounts and dividing long-term assets. Those issues matter, but they are not the full picture. One gray divorce concern that often goes unspoken is how deeply identity and daily structure may be...
Custody disputes involving narcissistic or high-conflict parents
Child custody disputes are often stressful for everyone involved. But when one parent displays narcissistic traits or thrives on drama, the situation can become especially challenging. Repeated disagreements, poor communication and ongoing tension can affect both...
Filing first in high-asset divorce: Does it help?
If you are preparing for divorce, you may wonder whether filing first gives you an advantage. In high-asset cases, timing can shape how the process unfolds. Filing first can matter in certain situations, but it is not always the deciding factor. Preparation and a...
Can your spouse claim part of the business you founded?
When you built your business from the ground up, the thought of losing part of it during a divorce can feel wrong. In California, how courts handle business ownership depends on when the business started and the contributions made during marriage. Understanding the...
How do California courts divide stock options in a divorce?
Stock options are a common form of pay in Southern California, especially for workers in aerospace, tech and executive roles. If you or your spouse received stock options during your marriage, those benefits may count as marital property. Knowing how courts handle...
5 facts about high-asset property division in divorce
Divorce can be financially complex, especially when substantial wealth is involved. High asset divorces often include multiple properties, business interests, investments and retirement accounts that require careful evaluation. When significant assets are at stake,...
Often overlooked things to include in a parenting plan
Parents who are divorcing have to work together to determine how they’re going to raise their children. This is done through the parenting plan, which includes a variety of topics and guidelines for them to follow. While parents usually consider a lot of the major...

