Divorce With Respect
Getting divorced is a highly personal decision that only the two people in a marriage can make. However, there are many other parties who can play a role in the demise of a relationship. And just as these people affected a couple's relationship, they can also affect...
Until Jan. 1, the family pet has accorded the same status in California divorce proceedings as the family television. Now, thanks to a law signed in October by Gov. Jerry Brown, pets will have similar status as children. While the new law requires judges to consider...
Deciding to divorce is typically not a decision people make on a whim. Often, it comes after months or years of a struggling marriage or a marriage-testing event that leaves spouses (and their relationship) broken. In other words, it usually does not happen overnight....
Going through a divorce during the holidays is especially difficult, and for one reason or another, many people set a goal to finalize it before the new year. However, if spousal support is on the line, finalizing this year could be especially important. Changing laws...
For people in incredibly strained marriages, the phrase "Happy Holidays" can be like nails on a chalkboard, leaving many desiring a unique New Year's resolution: divorce. If this is the case for you, you are not alone. In fact, January is typically the most popular...
The holiday season is in full swing: Thanksgiving festivities have passed, and Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza and New Year's Eve are just around the corner. For most families, this is a time for celebration and closeness. However, for families who are divorcing, the...
Filing for divorce has been on your mind for quite some time. After many weeks of contemplation, you feel certain that your marriage is over. You are ready to take the steps to separate or divorce - you are just not sure when. The holiday season is already full of...
When people think about whether they need a prenuptial agreement or not, they often think about whether they have real estate, businesses or other sizable assets to protect. However, there are other reasons why a prenup can be a good idea. Below are four such...
It is inevitable that at least one person will move out of a marital home after filing for divorce. To better prepare for this event, it can be helpful to think about some important questions about this situation. Below, we discuss three of these questions. Who should...
These days, it doesn't seem that unusual to see divorced parents working together amicably to rear their children. We might see these parents chatting at a child's soccer game, meeting with teachers together or even spending time together on a family vacation. While...
