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Mar 07, 2019
Preparing for Financial Concerns During a Gray Divorce

The end of a marriage cannot be pigeonholed as solely affecting a certain faction of people who are in a specific age range. Not all California divorces are the same and the issues and matters in dispute can vary. A so-called "gray divorce" in which…

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Feb 28, 2019
Survey Says Hiding Financial Information Can Spark a Divorce

There are many reasons why a California couple might decide the time is right to move forward with a divorce. While personal issues and disputes are common as some people simply determine that they can no longer get along, financial concerns are also high on…

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Feb 23, 2019
What Couples Can and Cannot Do Under the California UPAA

The Uniform Premarital Agreement has been in force in California since 1986. Although the UPAA is effective throughout most of the country, various states have inserted their own rules within certain sections. California has established guidelines that dictate the terms the agreement can and cannot include.…

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Feb 21, 2019
Changing a Child Support Order and Required Information

When a child support order is made in California, parents should understand that it is based on circumstances. The situation will determine how much is paid at the time of the order. If the situation changes, so too can the amount that is paid and…

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Feb 14, 2019
Can I Use the Compromise of Arrears Program with Child Support?

One of the most contentious issues that California parents will face as part of a divorce settlement is child support. This can continue after the case has been concluded as some noncustodial parents will have problems with delinquent payments and all the negatives that entail.…

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Feb 07, 2019
Should I Consider Alternatives to Child Guardianship?

The State of California is vigilant about protecting children. In many cases, that requires a guardianship to ensure the child's best interests are adhered to. When a parent or the parents cannot care for the child appropriately, guardianship is an option. However, it is important…

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Jan 30, 2019
Can the State Help in Collecting Overdue Child Support Payments?

When a California court decides that a parent should pay to support a child, it is done with the best interests of the child in mind. The amount ordered is what is deemed necessary for the child to survive and thrive. If the parent fails…

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Jan 27, 2019
Stop Believing These Prenup Myths

There is a lot of misunderstanding and societal stigma surrounding prenuptial agreements. When getting ready to spend the rest of your life with someone, you focus on the specifics of wedding planning and romantic emotions. You may assume a prenuptial agreement is not necessary–or is…

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Jan 25, 2019
What Is Commingling with Property Division in California?

When a California couple decides to divorce, property division is a common source for dispute. Often, it takes some time to determine which party owns what and has the right to retain what property at the end of a marriage. While many items belong to…

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Jan 17, 2019
How Child Support Is Impacted by Subsequent Spouse Income

After a California couple has divorced and there is a child support agreement, there are often questions as to when it can be modified and what circumstances are necessary to do so. The supporting parent and the parent who has custody and receives support will…

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