In a divorce, the spouses must divide their property according to state law. In California, this means the parties disclose all their property -- both assets and debts -- and then divide them into community and separate property. Generally, community property consists...
For the most part, a divorce severs the legal relationship between spouses. After the paperwork is final, the two parties may never see each other again, unless they want to. There are a couple important exceptions to this principle, however. The first is if the...
As divorced parents, you and your ex likely entered a set, binding child custody and visitation order. This order outlined which of you had the child in your care and when. These arrangements may have worked well for years, but lives change and sometimes an...
The family home is where memories are made and is a source of pride for many homeowners. You spent time making your home welcoming and beautiful and you may have spent years raising your family there, watching your children grow. So, if you and your spouse decide to...
In California, the end of a marriage can be an emotionally wrenching time with both parties wondering what the future holds. There are many issues that come to the forefront with any divorce including property and debt division, spousal support, child custody, child...
Divorce can be difficult for children whose family life and environment has suddenly changed. Many parents want to help their child and believe their child should stay in the family home for stability’s sake. Traditionally, however, children travel back and forth...
You may have climbed the corporate ladder to workplace success so you could provide for yourself and your family. Sadly, family relationships can fall apart and some people in Torrance may find themselves facing divorce. If so, it is important to be aware of what how...
Most parents in Torrance can agree that our children are the most precious people to us. So, when faced with divorce it can be distressing for parents to realize they may no longer see their child every day like they did when they were married. It is likely that one...
A lot of people who get divorced worry about their long-term financial stability. This is understandable given the significant financial ramifications associated with marriage dissolution. While California is a community property state, meaning that your marital...
Negotiating a child custody and visitation arrangement can be tough, to say the least. Yet, once all matters are settled, either through negotiations or litigation, many parents breathe a sigh of relief. That is, until they realize that navigating their co-parenting...