If you are divorcing and have a child, then what you want for your child likely plays a considerable role in just about every decision you make. However, it isn't always necessary for a child to actually play an active role in the legal process. For instance, when it...
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Key points in starting over after divorce
Whether you are planning for divorce or are in the midst of a contentious separation, family and friends may focus on helping you recover emotionally. After all, a divorce can be almost as traumatic as the death of a loved one. In both situations, however, life goes...
4 things to change after you divorce
The process of divorce can be overwhelming. There are many legal and logistical details to address, not to mention the emotional challenges of ending a marriage. With so much going on, it can be easy to overlook some changes that can make life after divorce a little...
How long will it take to divorce in California?
The short answer to the question posed in the headline is that California divorces take at least six months to be final. This is due to the six-month waiting period enforced in this state. This is the earliest that you can be restored to the status of being single....
Factors that will affect spousal support in California
Life after divorce can be difficult to imagine. Some people are hopeful at the idea of a new chapter, others are scared at the thought of starting over. But regardless of what you think post-divorce life might look like, you should feel confident that you have the...
What does a pet custody arrangement look like?
If you are getting divorced, you probably realize that you will have to divide your assets as well as time with your children. However, you might also decide to divide something else: custody of your pet. Increasingly, pets are becoming a point of contention in...
Thinking of divorce? Why your friend might be to blame
Often, there is not just one thing or one event that leads someone to file for divorce. However, there may be one final straw or indication that the relationship is beyond repair. For instance, one report suggests that a friend’s divorce could be that event that...
Digging into pet custody: who gets the dog in a divorce?
Relinquishing the beloved family pet in a divorce tends to be a sore and contentious subject. Neither person wants to give up a member of the family, but parting ways come with sacrifices. Unfortunately, California courts treat animals as property and the idea of...
Divorce challenges at every age
Ending a marriage is difficult no matter how old you are or how long you have been married. That said, people can face different challenges depending on where they are in life when they divorce. In this post, we will examine some general ideas of what people might...
Can details about a wedding predict divorce?
Couples often spend months planning out the details of their wedding. It is not unusual for a couple to schedule their wedding a year in advance. And when all is said and done, couples typically hope their wedding is a reflection of their relationship and a joyful way...