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You may believe that spousal support is only awarded after a divorce settlement is reached. However, in California, the spouse who has fewer financial resources can ask for temporary support until the case is resolved. The amount of support that is granted may be...
A couple’s life can change significantly once they become empty-nesters in California. After years of raising children and having most of their decisions focused on this, they suddenly find themselves alone, with more free time on their hands, and a period of...
California child support is what a parent pays monthly to help cover the expenses of raising a child. A judge sets the amount based on California child support guidelines. However, there are viable reasons to request modifications to the amount assigned by the judge....
In California, going through a gray divorce involving couples aged 50 or older can involve significant financial challenges for one or both partners. In addition to the financial complexities of dividing assets, spouses must deal with the emotional challenges and...
Most people use social media actively. Whether to keep up with California friends and family, follow current stories, or vent about issues they are passionate about, social media has become the way many people communicate. However, if you are going through a divorce,...
For service members who have children with former partners, it's essential to consider what your custody arrangements will be if you're called away on military duty. Even military members with visitation rights or partial custody have to plan for these situations to...
In California divorces with substantial assets at stake, it can be difficult to reach what both sides believe is a fair resolution. A common problem is that the parties are unsure of how to value their property and are concerned about not receiving what they are...
As a community property state, California requires an equal 50/50 division of all marital assets at the time of a divorce. For the most part, this will mean that you and your former spouse will split retirement money or work out a settlement that reflects its value in...
If you've decided to get a divorce in California, knowing how to divide your assets fairly can be challenging, especially when executive compensation is involved. Accounting for assets, such as stock options and restricted stock, can be tricky. When done wrong, you...
Parallel parenting strives to limit communication between the two divorced California parents as much as possible while they still raise their children together. If you find it difficult to stay calm when you talk to your ex-spouse, then you might want to draft a...