If your marriage ends after 10 years or longer, you may have a healthy retirement account. Individuals ending a second or subsequent marriage will also have concerns about the division of retirement savings. Review the basics of fairly dividing your retirement savings...
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3 business valuation methods reach vastly different results
Starting and growing a business are the more effective ways to achieve the American dream. If you are going through a divorce, though, your business venture may be part of the marital estate. That is, even if your spouse has had little interest in your company, he or...
Dealing with your timeshare during your divorce
If you are preparing to divorce your spouse, you probably know something about division of marital assets. In California, you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse have an equal ownership interest in the marital estate. The same is true for your marital debts. In addition to...
How does California divide retirement savings in divorce?
Individuals considering divorce likely have concerns about how the court will divide retirement savings accrued over a long career. Because California is a community property state, couples must divide these assets evenly with a legal qualified domestic relations...
How a parenting plan helps reduce stress after divorce
Navigating the often rough waters of divorce with children requires patience, understanding and knowledge. Getting help throughout the process is important, especially when it comes to the parenting plan. Creating a parenting plan that works for your children is one...
What is the difference between community and separate property?
Finances are often one of the most divisive topics between married couples, so it is no surprise that figuring out who gets what during a divorce is often confusing and stressful. It is important for Californians facing separation to know that, if they cannot come to...
Who gets the dog after a divorce?
The companionship and affection you get from your dog are special. After all, few things are better than coming home after a long day at work to see your pooch’s wagging tail. If you are heading for a divorce in California, though, you may wonder what happens to your...
3 things worth fighting for during a divorce
Deciding to end your marriage is likely one of the toughest choices you will ever make. Not only must you deal with the emotional toll a divorce can take, but you must also divvy up marital wealth. While you may be willing to fight for some assets, others probably are...
Is property division always a 50/50 split?
Something you will probably spend a lot of time on during your divorce proceedings is dividing your property. Unless you have a prenuptial agreement that spells it all out, you will have to sort out who gets which assets. California is a community property state,...
How long will divorce take?
It's understandable to want your divorce over as quickly as possible. Getting a divorce can be less difficult on the whole family with a fast and efficient process. The time it will take to finalize your divorce depends on the factors of your case. A complex,...