Year: 2015
Timing and divorce mediation
Although many California couples whose marriages are ending face antagonistic divorce proceedings because of litigation, mediation may provide you with a more affordable solution that can reduce stress. A divorce creates serious changes for all members of a family,...
Tips for getting a divorce in 2016
California couples contemplating a divorce in 2016 need to plan ahead to make sure their affairs are in order. They also should meet with professionals to make sure that a divorce is the best option for them at this time. After doing their homework, they may decide...
Taking steps to prevent future divorce
Most Californians who are either planning to marry or who have already tied the knot do not want to think about the possibility that they might divorce. Unfortunately, there is always a possibility that a marriage will end. It is important for people to take steps to...
Divorce among older California couples
While divorce rates overall have dropped, the rate of divorce of people over 50 around the country has continued to climb, to about double what it was in 1990, according to a study by Bowling Green State University researchers. Experts say longer lifespans, the...
Tips for divorcing entrepreneurs
Some married entrepreneurs might be afraid of divorcing their spouses because of the possibility that they will lose their businesses in the process. Although California is a community property state, which means that all assets acquired during a marriage are marital...
Avoiding common divorce mistakes in California
California residents whose marriages are coming to an end will go through many changes after their divorces are finalized. However, by staying organized ahead of time, it is less likely that a divorcing spouse will make mistakes that could have long lasting...
Why prenups are a good idea
When couples in California get married, the last thing they want to think about is the possibility that their relationship may one day come to an end. For this reason, many couples choose to forgo a prenuptial agreement and leave things to chance. Unfortunately for...
Having a baby out of wedlock does not spell divorce later
According to research from the Council on Contemporary Families, in the past, women who had their first baby before marriage were more likely to get a divorce than women who got married first. However, California women may be happy to hear that this is no longer the...
How child support is calculated in California
California Family Code Section 4055 sets forth child support guidelines that the court and the state's Department of Child Support Services must follow. The law also provides a mathematical formula for calculating child support amounts. The most important elements of...
What to expect at the initial consultation for a divorce case
Many people who go through a divorce in California do not know what to expect during the process. A divorce attorney may be able to help relieve some of the uncertainty by preparing a divorcing spouse for each step. Before a divorcing spouse can enlist the help of an...