Month: September 2024
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...