Divorce With Respect
Readers of this blog are likely going through a difficult time in their marriage or know someone else who is. Sadly, this is not unusual. Some statistics estimate that roughly half of the marriages in this country will end in divorce. However, it is important to...
Protecting yourself as an individual is not something that people often think about when they are getting married. Like many people who are engaged, you can be more worried about joining your life with your soon-to-be spouse. Because of this, many people fail to...
Spouses often share the dream of opening a business together. The opportunity to be your own boss, share your work life with your spouse, and make your own rules is certainly attractive for many people. While this may be an excellent arrangement when you are happily...
Readers of this blog are likely going through a difficult time in their marriage or know someone else who is. Sadly, this is not unusual. Some statistics estimate that roughly half of the marriages in this country will end in divorce. However, it is important to...
For many couples going through divorce, one of the first priorities is determining who gets what in terms of marital property. California is a community property state, meaning each spouse is entitled to half of jointly owned property and assets. Although it sounds...
Getting divorced can prompt some significant lifestyle changes for any person, regardless of how amicable or contentious the split may have been. It is a time of considerable transition and it is quite common to have feelings of confusion, fear, helplessness and...
We recently posted a blog concerning the unique challenges faced by individuals transitioning to single parenthood. We noted that it is critically important for newly single parents to prioritize self-care both during this transition and beyond. Quality, consistent...
If you and your romantic partner have recently parted ways, you may be feeling frazzled. After all, breakups are notoriously difficult processes, even when children are not involved. However, if you are a parent to minor children, you are likely facing uniquely...
Any time you are struggling with legal issues in your family, you are likely dealing with much more than some legal documents and courtroom appearances. The emotional tolls these disputes can take are often considerable. Understandably, many people don't feel...
Prenuptial agreements are no longer reserved for the very wealthy. They are tools that all types of couples choose to have in place to protect themselves and their assets. However, these documents can only be effective if they are prepared properly and enforceable. A...
