California is the perfect state for wealthy individuals to enjoy a Mediterranean-like environment. Sometimes, however, these people must unfortunately go through the divorce process. It's understandable to protect certain assets in a divorce. Some of these assets can...
Many parents sharing custody in California try to be fair with their co-parenting plans. As a result, it’s only natural that some consider the alternating weeks schedule. However, there are some good reasons to avoid using that when creating a custody plan....
Going through a divorce is a challenging and emotionally draining process. And asset division can be particularly complex, especially when high-value assets are involved. However, a non-contested divorce can provide a protective shield for your high-value assets,...
Being in a marriage that is failing can leave you in a precarious state of mind. This is nowhere truer than when you are married to a narcissist. California divorce laws are the same for most couples no matter their circumstances. But when you are trying to liberate...
A California judge will use the best interest of the child standard when issuing a child custody order. However, you don't necessarily need to go to court to come to terms on a custody agreement. If you feel comfortable talking with your partner, mediation might be...
If you divorce your spouse, you may lose some of your assets. This may delay your retirement. Financial infidelity can further complicate matters, as the loss of marital property might make retirement impossible. Assets may be depleted Your spouse may use funds in a...
Married couples may commit as much as 30% of their monthly income toward housing expenses. Given the overall value of real property in California, a marital home is often one of the most valuable shared assets divorcing couples have to address. The community property...
Many California divorced or separated parents focus on co-parenting, but this is not always the best option. For some former couples, it might not be possible to work together to co-parent their kids. This is where parallel parenting comes in handy. This is what it...
Couples with a significant net worth or who work in executive roles in California go through a more complicated divorce process. As there are so many issues to resolve, separating comes down to the financial details. If you or your partner is receiving executive...
Co-parenting is a form of raising children in which both parents work together after they are no longer married. It requires effective communication, compromise and a commitment to putting their children's needs first. While it can be challenging, it can also be...