California residents who are going through a divorce case probably have quite a few concerns on their minds. For example, in divorce cases that involve minor children, issues such as child custody and child support will likely need to be addressed, in addition to the...
Adele and ex-husband waive spousal support in divorce
When a couple decides to divorce, the court may determine that one of the spouses is entitled to spousal support or alimony. Typically, the spouse that earns less income can receive monthly payments or a lump sum payment from their ex-spouse to help them support...
Key differences between military divorce and civilian divorce
Military service is essential to the protection of our free nation, but active duty servicemembers may spend long periods away from their families. Lengthy deployments can cause strain on a marriage, and if a couple’s marriage is already rocky, could lead the spouse...
Understanding property division in California
Divorce can be a difficult process for couples to go through and they may have questions about how to divide their property and debt. There is helpful information available to explain how to navigate this process. Property division Sometimes, couples can agree on a...
Deciding between divorce and legal separation
No one would say divorce is painless, but California's no-fault divorce law makes it relatively straightforward. No one has to prove that the other spouse did anything wrong. Rather, one party need only petition for divorce by saying the couple have irreconcilable...
Important alimony considerations for high-asset divorces
Alimony is a legal construct that attaches to many California divorces. It establishes a system of payments from a person to their former spouse for an established amount of time. Not all divorces result in alimony awards as some divorces end with two financially...
Five divorce settlement mistakes that can harm you
When a Monterey area couple believes their marriage is heading for a divorce it can be a traumatic time for the whole family. There are many details that need to be worked out in a divorce settlement and there are mistakes that can be made during this process. Some of...
Three points to consider when getting a divorce
Making the decision to divorce is not one most people make lightly. Often it comes on the heels of months or years of fighting or simply drifting apart. If you are considering divorce in Monterey, there are some points to keep in mind to protect your interests....
Social media can play a pivotal role in your divorce
For better or worse, social media has become a part of our daily lives. While social media can provide an effective outlet to vent your frustrations during a divorce, you have to be careful. What you say online could be used against you. That being said, social media...
Minimize the many challenges of a gray divorce
If you’re over the age of 50 and considering divorce, then you might have some very real concerns about what your life will look like if you decide to dissolve your marriage. Child custody likely isn’t much of an issue, but property division can dictate your financial...
