Divorce

In California, property division during a divorce follows the principle of community property. All assets and debts acquired during the marriage are jointly owned and divided equally between the spouses. It’s important to understand the impact hiding assets can have...

If you find yourself in a situation where you and your spouse cannot agree on the terms of your divorce, you may wonder if litigation is the only option. Litigation can take the emotion out of the process and resolve conflicts in your case. You should understand the...

Dividing assets in a divorce is one of the most complex processes, but it is a necessary step to finalize a divorce agreement. The hardest asset to divide is often retirement savings. Without a prenuptial agreement saying otherwise, the court will expect you and your...

A 50/50 split of community property is not guaranteed. However, you must present some compelling evidence to get a different distribution from the court. Here is what happens in the two steps that affect the distribution of your assets during divorce. A lawyer...

The divorce process varies by state, including the residency requirements, legal separation mandates and even the waiting period for the final decree. With so much different information, it is understandable if you are wondering how long your divorce might take. In...