In California, remarriage can affect spousal support differently depending on which former spouse remarries. Here is how California law usually treats each situation. Under California law, spousal support generally ends when the supported spouse remarries, unless the...
California law does not require you to abandon a divorce simply because you have lost contact with your spouse. You can still pursue the case, but you must follow specific rules for notifying your spouse and showing the court that you made a genuine attempt to reach...
What happens to your frozen embryos when the marriage is over? For IVF couples going through a divorce, the most painful asset to divide is often the frozen embryos. If you are facing a divorce with reproductive material in storage, understanding how California family...
A final divorce judgment can bring relief, but some important records might still need attention. Accounts, insurance policies, titles and estate documents may still list a former spouse unless you make the changes yourself. Reviewing these records can help you avoid...
Divorcing later in life can be a different experience than splitting up at a younger age. Since your priorities change with age, a unique set of obstacles may emerge with them. Here are some of the challenges you might encounter. Financial problems A grey divorce...
Choosing to end a marriage is never easy, but the way you choose to do it can drastically change your quality of life during the transition. In California, where the legal system can be notoriously slow and expensive, an uncontested divorce offers a peaceful...
The transition to an independent household often begins with intense financial uncertainty. When one spouse controls the primary income, the lower-earning partner may wonder how to cover groceries or rent. California law addresses this through pendente lite orders....
Dividing property in a divorce can be stressful, but inherited assets often carry unique concerns. You may wonder if your spouse can claim the money or property you received from your family. In California, understanding how the court treats these assets during...
Most of us, at one time or another, have said something that we later regret. While that oftentimes leads to emotional anguish and strained relationships, in the context of divorce, these statements can have wider reaching implications. In fact, these statements might...
Navigating divorce involves a fork in the road: do you settle your differences out of court or proceed to a judge-decided trial? In California, you have the option to do either. However, understanding the differences between these paths is critical to controlling your...