Till Prenup Do Us Part?
Marriage is one of the oldest institutions in the world and perhaps still one of the most romanticized acts that modern-day human beings engage in. Yet, changing priorities in our [...]
Separating Finances in a Divorce
For many married couples, it’s common to have shared bank accounts where a spouse deposits his or her income and then use those accounts to pay household bills. But when [...]
What is Collaborative Divorce?
What is Collaborative Divorce? When most people think about divorce, they imagine an angry couple battling to the proverbial death. Movies like the classic War of the Roses or more [...]
Using Community Funds During A Divorce Proceeding
When parties file for a divorce, a set of rules automatically kick in that bind both parties in preserving the community estate pending final distribution of the various assets and debts.
What Happened To My Inheritance ?
What Happened to My Inheritance? In California, all property acquired during marriage is presumed to be community property, unless it can be traced to a separate source. So, if our [...]
Dividing a Business – San Diego Discover Magazines
In a divorce, any business entity, regardless of which spouse owns or operates it, must be considered. As part of any dissolution of marriage, the court is required to equitably divide all real and personal property.
Does the Time Since the Last Outburst Matter When Seeking a Restraining Order?
Often, when a client is considering a domestic violence restraining order (“DVRO”), he or she (usually she) wonders if it’s still possible to obtain a restraining order because the last [...]
One Divorce Attorney Cannot Represent Two People
Most Family Law attorneys get the occasional phone call from the client who claims that their divorce is going to be simple and want the attorney to represent both sides. Unfortunately, there [...]
Kids Holidays Schedule For Divorced Parents
During the holiday seasons many spouses who have split up begin the "fight" regarding who gets the kids, for how long and when. In California, if you have a court [...]
