In many cases of California divorce, the higher earning spouse will pay the lesser earning spouse alimony during and after the divorce proceedings. Some alimony is short-term and has a definite duration, while other alimony payments may go on indefinitely. Former spouses are able to petition the court for a […]
If you have already decided to end your marriage, you likely have questions about how the COVID-19 pandemic will impact aspects of your divorce. The potentially impacted issues can range from things like how you separate from your former spouse to how your child custody is decided. The following will […]
There are many different issues that must be considered and negotiated during a California divorce, including matters of property distribution, spousal support, and child custody. But couples should also consider the timing of their divorce, which can have a significant impact on their overall settlement when it comes to taxes […]
For couples that own a business, it is often one of the largest assets in the marital estate. How does a person protect business interests in a divorce? Even a business started by one spouse prior to the marriage may still be seen as community property in a California divorce […]
Decisions about child custody and visitation are often some of the most complex and emotionally fraught choices in a California divorce. Not only do the wishes of the parent matter, but at a certain age the child may have a preference for custody and visitation, as well. In certain circumstances, […]