You file for a divorce. When you tell your child that you are getting divorced, they are unhappy about it. They tell you that they are not going to live with you after the divorce, but they’re only going to live with your ex. You know that child custody arrangements...
Co-parenting with one’s ex is rarely a straightforward task. It can become even more complicated when variations in a child’s calendar – like winter and summer vacation – arise. Summer vacation presents a unique opportunity for both parents to spend quality time with...
When you are ready to marry in California, you have a few options regarding your marriage license. One is a public marriage license and the other is a confidential marriage license. Learn about each here. The public marriage license A public marriage license is...
It is not at all uncommon for two adults who are still parenting minor children to marry and blend their families. Whether both parents have children or only one of them does, a blended family is far more complex than separate families were before the marriage. A...
As part of the divorce property division, courts require each spouse to disclose all financial information relevant to the case, including bank account details and estate properties. This process is called discovery. Unfortunately, some parties intentionally withhold...
Divorce or separation can bring about concerns regarding the management of marital assets. For instance, if both spouses still have access to marital funds in the lead-up to and during the divorce, it can create a risk of wastage or misappropriation. When this...
From catching up with friends and family to meeting new people and doing business, there is no limit to what you can do on social media, as long as you are not breaking the law, of course. However, if you are currently dealing with a legal matter (criminal or civil),...
When you meet the love of your life and decide to settle down, you hope to live happily ever after. Unfortunately, some marriages just don't make it. This explains why more and more couples are signing prenuptial agreements before tying the knot. A prenup separates...
Children of divorced parents have to learn how to live between two homes. For some children, the day when they move from one home to the other is difficult. Reducing their stress during this time can make the situation easier for everyone involved. One of the primary...
Divorce happens for a lot of different reasons, and every situation is going to be unique. However, you may find yourself wondering exactly what red flags you should look for or what warning signs exist. This means that you need to know why divorce tends to happen....