For many couples, a dog or cat is part of the family. During a divorce, deciding who will keep a beloved pet can become just as emotional as dividing other property. In California, a companion animal is not treated exactly like other personal property during divorce....
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3 divorce options for joint business owners
Divorce can always be complicated for business owners, whose business is likely the most valuable asset that they own. But it can be especially complex for joint business owners, such as a married couple who started a company together. The issue is that they both own...
Is deferred compensation marital property during a divorce?
California's community property laws give both spouses an interest in their marital estate. If they divorce, the income they earned during the marriage and the property they acquired is subject to division. Professionals working as executives or engineers in the tech...
Can a chatbot help you with co-parenting?
People have some complex feelings around the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). However, most people can find a way to incorporate some AI into their lives to improve them. For example, chatbots like Copilot, ChatGPT and others can help people craft all types of...
How long do I have to pay spousal support in California?
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,...
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...

