Divorce

Starting in 2019, California pet owners going through a divorce may have to do what's best for their animals when splitting. This is the gist of a new state law that gives judges the discretion of considering pets' best interests when determining who gets Fido or...

Even amicable divorces can be difficult on parents and children in California. All parties often experience real sadness and, in many cases, anger over the dissolution of a marriage. These emotions can surface during the holiday season, particularly during the first...

For parents in California who divorce, there's no denying the fact that the end of a marriage can affect children. Typically, most parents want to minimize the stress that often goes along with legally splitting as much as possible regardless of how they may feel...

Many couples in California who hoped that their marriage would last a lifetime end up getting divorced. Divorce can be quite costly. There are several ways that divorcing spouses can avoid setting themselves up for future financial failure. Divorce litigants should...

Couples in California who are considering getting a divorce may need to consider how the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will impact their lives after their divorce if their divorce agreement is signed after 2018. There are number of provisions in the legislation that include...

Prenuptial agreements have emerged as an acceptable method for couples from all types of backgrounds in California to talk about financial issues. Poor communication and money disputes represent two of the top motivations for divorces. However, discussing divorce...

Statistics suggest that more and more older spouses in California are considering divorce. The divorce rate for adults 65 and older has tripled since 1990. For the 50 and older age group, it has doubled during the same time frame. While some might assume that this...

At the start of every school year, California kids have to deal with a host of new challenges. Unfortunately, children of divorced parents face additional hurdles as they begin the school year. By planning ahead, however, divorced parents can help to minimize their...

As the tax laws change regarding alimony for divorces concluded in 2019 or later, many people are looking toward individual retirement accounts as a way to create fair settlements that preserve tax benefits for both parties. When the shifting of the tax burden for...

For many California couples, considering getting a divorce may be a major step towards the realization that their marriage is about to end. While former couples should never rush to divorce unless there is violence or abuse in the marriage, waiting to get a divorce...