In general, cohabitation agreements are permitted in California and can include rights commonly associated with a marriage relationship such as rights to property that is acquired during the marriage. Because these agreements can be oral or written, and can also be...
What is a cohabitation agreement and when might I need one?
For a variety of reasons, some people in a romantic relationship in Monterey choose to live together without getting married. Known as “cohabitation” it is important to know that there are certain legal issues that can arise between cohabitating partners. Property...
Understanding if property is commingled in a California divorce
In any California divorce, property division can be a complicated matter that leads to dispute between the parties. This is especially true if it is a high-asset divorce in which items of significant value may be at stake. People might have a basic understanding of...
Financial tips to consider before and during a divorce case
Although most people in California who are about to get a divorce, or who are in the middle of a divorce case, have so many concerns going through their minds that it can be hard to keep it all straight, the fact is that financial concerns are oftentimes at the...
What to put in your co-parenting plan
A co-parenting plan is a great way to help your family transition after divorce and learn how to live with new dynamics. The document is an agreement between parents that outlines a strategy for moving forward. There are many ways to use a co-parenting plan and they...
What is “marital property” in the asset division part of divorce?
When couples in California are going through a divorce, there are oftentimes many different legal terms they need to become familiar with. In the asset division part of a divorce case, the terms “marital property,” also known as “community property,” are examples of...
The basics of how cohabitation agreements work
Understanding the basics of a cohabitation agreement is useful for couples who may have made the decision to live with one another but not to marry. Couples who have decided to live together should learn how they can protect themselves and their interests with a...
A legal agreement could help make living together a success
It can seem unromantic or lacking in trust to talk about signing a legal contract before you move in with an intimate partner. Does it start the adventure off on the wrong foot? Consider that marriage is a serious contract with major legal consequences that, one way...
Early indications a marriage may end
People don’t always anticipate marital turbulence after saying “I do” to the love of their life. While getting cold feet can be common before tying the knot, some couples may ignore the fact they may not be compatible with one another. Signs a marriage could be...
Can you Succeed in Divorce
We spend a lot of time talking about how to "get through" a divorce, but what about coming out on top? Is it possible to "succeed" at divorce? The editors at HuffPost think so, and we agree. With the help of an experienced family divorce attorney, you can "win"...
