Saying that a couple has become “empty-nesters” just means that their children moved out of the house. Those children may have gone to college, they may have purchased their own homes or they may have started families. Regardless of why they left, their parents are...
Divorce
How a legal separation can help spouses who are living apart
California recognizes legal separation as well as divorce. Some couples choose to get a legal separation rather than end their marriage for religious or other reasons. However, for many couples, legal separation is a step toward divorce. Filing for legal separation is...
3 ways money can cause a divorce
Divorce rates are dropping in the U.S. as years go by. According to a 2019 report, California was among the states with the lowest number of divorces at a rate of 6.50% of divorced women per 1,000 married individuals. This may be because people are now waiting longer...
What happens during the discovery process of a divorce?
The discovery process is a crucial part of any divorce proceedings. As the name suggests, the discovery process involves unearthing relevant information about the marriage and the divorcing couple. There are several stages involved in the discovery process, and it is...
What constitutes a high asset divorce in California?
The term “high asset” divorce is used when a separated couple has a number of jointly owned assets that are of significant value. What’s not clear is just exactly what a couple needs to have for their divorce to be considered high asset or high net worth in nature. Is...
Reasons why you should consider mediation for your divorce
The process of divorce and child custody is challenging for any couple to go through. Especially when assets and children are involved, it is crucial to understand the process and what is coming if you divorce your spouse through the traditional court system....
3 things you should do before you consider divorce
To the outside world, you and your spouse may seem like two people who are happy and satisfied with each other. While this may have been the case a few years ago, things have changed. You may be having constant verbal quarrels and tearing each other down. Sometimes,...
Is there a marriage age that lowers the divorce odds?
When considering what age you want to get married, there are a lot of factors. For instance, some people are in grad school and want to finish before they tie the knot. Others are in the process of starting a business and simply want to wait until things aren’t so...
4 ways to handle a high-asset divorce
High-asset divorces happen all the time – you shouldn’t feel alone if you’re going through one. Some people divorce because there’s too much tension. Other people divorce because it’s the best thing for their children. Because high-asset divorces are so common, people...
Can your angry spouse give away or sell your possessions?
People who feel hurt or rejected will often lash out at the individual who inspired those negative emotions. Even someone who is usually calm and rational will have a breaking point where they will become enraged and reactive. For someone on the cusp of divorce, their...