Getting married is an event that many people look forward to. Finding the love of one's life can be a magical experience, but you and many other people know that relationships can have their downfalls, even when they are full of love. Because not everyone has a...
Technology has drastically altered the way people live their lives. While there are numerous benefits to gain through social media and having a computer in your pocket, it also makes it easier for spouses to discover infidelity, which often leads to divorce. Many...
If you are facing a mid-life divorce, you and your spouse may have significant assets to divide; for example, the marital home, vacation properties, vehicles, investments and retirement accounts.Surely you can still expect to have a secure financial future—or can you?...
While just about anyone working his or her way through a California divorce could potentially benefit from adding a forensic accountant to his or her divorce team, high-income individuals may find it especially beneficial to do so. If you fall into this category, you...
Finances are a major factor in your marriage, whether you like it or not. In fact, a recent survey shows that money is the top cause of strain in relationships. One way to deal with financial issues is by creating a prenuptial agreement before your marriage. But if...
You and your wife married when your stepdaughter was four years old. As she has grown, you have treated her like your own child, showing up to practices, taking her to dance recitals and escorting her to daddy-daughter dances.She is now 12, and you and your wife have...
One of the most challenging parts of divorce is splitting marital property. Contention can arise over who gets what and how much. To protect assets, your spouse may try to hide them. He or she may try to do so during the divorce process, or she or he may have already...
If you are contemplating divorce, you may have questions about how your prenuptial agreement can affect the process. In addition to perusing an overview of common issues that tend to come up, having an attorney review your document can give you the advice you need in...
In the past, any pets a divorcing couple shared had the status of property. They were on the same level as inanimate objects, such as televisions and couches. However, California recently passed a new law giving pets a new status that will take effect in 2019. Pets...
While divorce is a difficult time for any couple, it is especially tricky for those with high net worth. Financial concerns in a high-asset divorce can cause divorce proceedings to drag on for a long time, resulting in costly court battles. Women are often at a...