Prager Jones Legal Blog
Should you hold a divorce party?
All major human events seem to be celebrated with some sort of gathering – except, maybe, divorce. Historically speaking, divorce was seen as something shameful and a taboo topic, but that’s changing. “Divorce parties” have become a trend amongst the newly single –...
Your spouse asks you to leave. Do you have to?
You and your spouse have been having marital troubles and you have believed for months that you were headed for divorce. Your spouse finally goes ahead and gets the divorce petition, serving you the papers to let you know that the process is underway. You are not...
The dangers of using kids as messengers between parents
Some parents who go through a divorce can’t stand the thought of talking to each other. Yet, if they share children, they will have to find a way to communicate about things related to their kids. It might be tempting for some to try to use the children as messengers,...
Should you accept money from your parents during your divorce?
When facing the financial strain of a divorce, accepting money from family might seem like a helpful solution. However, this can be risky, especially in a community property state like California. Knowing about the possible hazards can prevent divorce and marital...
Is a private judge worth the money?
All divorces have the potential for complications, but the stakes can rise exponentially when public profiles and substantial assets are involved. If you’re trying to navigate a high-profile, high-asset divorce, opting for a private judge can be worth every penny that...
Points to remember when divorcing a narcissist
Going through a divorce can often be a stressful process, even if things between you and your ex are amicable. If you’re one of the people who has the unfortunate experience of divorcing a narcissist, the situation is even more complex. A person who’s a narcissist is...
Reasons to time your high-asset divorce well
Most people do not think much about the timing of their divorce. Once they decide they want out of the marriage, they tend to want to get it over and done with as quickly as possible. Yet timing things wrong could prove incredibly costly if you are wealthy. Here are...
Why birdnesting may not be a good idea
Co-parenting after divorce forms an important foundation for the well-being and stability of the children involved. One of the co-parenting plans that parents may choose is birdnesting, where parents take turns living in the family home with the children while the...
TRICARE and divorce: What military spouses need to know
If you’re married to a servicemember, it’s important to know which military-related benefits can continue once your divorce is final and which will end. This can help you take stock of what you’ll need to be on solid financial ground as you begin life as a single...
Can you stop paying child support if you lose your job?
You and your spouse are both employed when you decide to get a divorce. However, due to the specifics of the divorce – such as how parenting time is allocated or if there is a major discrepancy in your earnings – you are ordered to pay child support. You have a fairly...
