Year: 2024
Connecting with kids as a long-distance parent
Once parents end their romantic relationship, one parent may move to a new area. That makes it difficult for them to be able to be a constant fixture in their child’s life. While it might be challenging, staying in contact with the kids and building a strong...
Can marital misconduct influence the outcome of a divorce?
People are often unsure about what happens during a California divorce. Some unhappy spouses may worry that they don't have grounds to file for divorce or enough evidence to convince the courts of their spouses' misconduct. Thankfully, people don't actually have to...
What does it mean to divide “community property” in a divorce?
If you’re considering divorce or believe that your spouse is, you’re likely already aware that California is among the relatively few “community property” states. There’s a lot of confusion around just what means. People often assume it means that when a couple...
How long do you have to respond to a divorce petition in California?
One of the first steps in the divorce process is for one person to serve the other a divorce petition. If it is your spouse who has decided to get divorced, they are likely going to serve you this paperwork. It informs you about the upcoming legal process and tells...
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...
