Marriage means intertwining two lives. When a marriage end, divorce is the process of untangling them. Part of that means dividing up any shared assets you amass together. Another unfortunate part is splitting up any shared debt. That can be a big financial blow. But what happens if you live …
In shorter marriages without children or much shared property to divide, divorce can be relatively straightforward. However, it doesn’t take much to for things to become knotted and complex in a hurry. And the longer you’re married, the more complicated things tend to get. Rick Jones, one of our founding …
UPDATED: “In this world nothing is certain, except death and taxes.” So goes the familiar saying often attributed to Benjamin Franklin. Now that it’s 2019, we want to remind you of the tax changes that arrived with the new year and their potential to impact divorce, specifically spousal support. ORIGINAL POST: …
Buying a house is a huge investment. For most people, it’s the biggest purchase you’ll ever make. Because of this value, in divorce, it’s also usually the most significant asset to divide. But what if you were never married? How does that change things? One of our founding partners, Rick …
This probably comes as no surprise, but college costs quite bit. Student loan debt can be a huge lingering burden to young people trying to move forward and start their lives. As parents, not all of us are in the position to help financially. But if we can, it benefits …
Divorces, splits, and breakups are never easy, for a variety of reasons. When you combine two lives to that degree, untangling them at the end often becomes a mess. One of our founding partners, Rick Jones, makes regular appearances on the Danny Bonaduce and Sarah Morning Show, where he answers …
When it comes time to divorce, splitting up assets and property forms a huge part of the process. California is a community property state, which means the courts generally view anything acquired during a marriage as belonging to both spouses. This then informs how they go about the division of …
After a breakup or divorce, if you have children, you have rights as a parent. The exception being, if one parent presents a danger to the child. That said, it’s not always easy to protect these rights. This is why parenting plans are so important. Even in amicable splits where …
Most people aren’t well-versed in the law. They know the general ideas, but when it comes to the small stuff and nuances, that’s where they get lost. Legal proceedings tend to become complicated, which is why we usually suggest hiring representation in divorce or child custody matters. You’re not legally …
When you think of divorce, a courtroom setting probably springs immediately to mind, right? You have lawyers, judges, evidence, and all the rest. While that certainly does happen, when it comes to divorce, it’s not the only way, or even the most common way. There are other forms of dispute …
We love our kids. That’s why custody battles often become so heated and contentious. Courts consider many factors when ruling on child custody, including criminal records. If you have a felony conviction on your sheet, for instance, that can impact your case, who ultimately gets custody, and visitation. Our founding …
Caller: “So, I haven’t seen my daughter in 3 years. Her mother has given her to her sister in Arizona and they will not let me talk to her or let me see her. I have no communication with her and I’ve never lost my parental rights. Her mother is …
Everyone knows how complicated divorce can get. You probably think of endless paperwork, multiple court appearances, and a laundry list of other hoops to jump through. But what if you can’t find your spouse? How does that muddy the waters? What options do you have? The good news is, you …
For most people, a house is the biggest purchase we ever make. And it’s so much more than just a possession. It’s a home, it’s where we build a life, where our kids grow up. Because it’s so valuable, it’s also often a key asset in divorce. But what about …
After a divorce or break up, you may think you and your ex are on good terms. Not every split ends in fits of screaming and rage. Still, things often shift at a moment’s notice. That’s fine if it’s just the two of you, but when you have children, that …