An Overview of Divorce Mediation Divorce is often an emotionally fraught process, with couples dealing with complex personal and financial decisions at a stressful time. While many divorces follow an adversarial legal process, divorce mediation has become increasingly common as a more cooperative and constructive option. Divorce mediation utilizes the services of trained, impartial mediators…
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What is Community Property? In California and other community property states, all assets and debts acquired during the marriage are considered community property that is jointly owned by both spouses. This is true regardless of whose name is on the title or account. The law presumes that anything obtained during the marriage was obtained as…
Continue reading ›Separate Property When a couple gets married, any property that they owned prior to the marriage is considered separate property. This means that each spouse owns half of that real property as his or her separate property it belongs solely to the individual spouse, not the marital estate. Separate property includes: In a divorce, separate…
Continue reading ›Dividing assets during a divorce can be a complicated process. Spouses must determine which assets are considered separate property, which is marital or community property that must be divided, and the value of all marital assets. Having a comprehensive divorce asset list is crucial for navigating this complex financial split. What is Separate Property Separate…
Continue reading ›For couples with millions in combined assets, or high net-worth individuals, going through a divorce and dividing marital property equitably can be an incredibly complicated process. From vacation homes to business investments to luxury vehicles, parsing out who gets what requires strategy and a thorough examination of all assets. This article will explore the key…
Continue reading ›Divorce mediation has become an increasingly popular alternative to traditional divorce litigation. In mediation, you and your spouse work with a neutral third party to negotiate the terms of your divorce, rather than leaving decisions in the hands of lawyers and judges. Mediation can save time, money, and emotional anguish compared to a lengthy court…
Continue reading ›Divorce An In-Depth Real Talk Guide Divorce shakes your world to the core. Everything you knew crumbles apart. It’s a painful, confusing time filled with legal, financial, and emotional obstacles. But take a deep breath. You’ve got this. I’m here to walk you through the process every step of the way in plain language. Consider…
Continue reading ›Demystifying Legal Separation in California: Your Essential Guide! Legal separation required: A photo capturing the importance of understanding the legal process and requirements for couples seeking a formal separation while remaining legally married. Legal separation is a concept that often raises questions and confusion among couples who are contemplating the end of their marriage. Understanding…
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