For California couples living in an unhappy marriage, divorcing might feel like their only option. However, separation is a viable alternative to the divorce process and may even be helpful for those who are on the fence about the future of their relationship. Here...
How your parenting plan should reflect your child’s age
The age of your child makes an enormous difference in what type of parenting plan is best for him or her. Here are just a few ways your child's development may influence the parenting plan you choose. Infants Around 6 months, infants begin to recognize who their main...
Can a postnuptial agreement benefit your marriage?
You probably already know what a prenuptial agreement is, but did you know that you can create a similar document after you have already tied the knot? A postnuptial agreement addresses many of the same topics as a prenuptial agreement and can provide similar...
Should I wrap up my high asset divorce before the New Year?
Divorce can be a financially stressful process with which many people in California struggle. When the stakes are high -- such as in a high asset divorce -- individuals may feel understandably worried about their future financial health. Here are a few things to keep...
Who pays student loans after a divorce?
California is a “community property” state, which means that when you divorce, assets along with debts get divvied up between the spouses. It doesn’t matter who produced more during the marriage: everything gets divided between the partners. The same...
Want a cooperative divorce? Mediation can help
You have likely watched a familiar scene play out in many of the popular TV shows and movies that you watch -- a divorcing couple battling things out before a judge. In the end, one person wins and the other loses. While this might make for an entertaining scene, it...
Anna Faris and Chris Pratt reach agreement on child custody, more
Although Chris Pratt and Anna Faris might be most well-known to people in California for their roles in popular movies, they have been in the headlines more recently for their ongoing divorce. However, unlike many celebrity splits, the couple reached a settlement in a...
Don’t fret over property division — get a prenup
You probably already have an idea of the type of people who use prenuptial agreements -- wealthy and perhaps not totally committed to their future nuptials. Unfortunately, this long-standing stereotype makes it difficult for the average person in California to fully...
The realities of divorce
Though you may not imagine your divorce will be pleasant, your expectations might still be sugar-coated. Divorce brings many harsh realities that aren't always easy to accept. The sooner you're able to come to terms with the following, the easier it will be to...