UPDATED: One of the most common questions we field is how long does a divorce take in California? This is often followed up by the question ‘why does divorce take so long’? As usual, there’s a long answer and a short answer. The short answer is that there’s a lot …
One of our founding partners, Rick Jones, regularly appears on the Danny Bonaduce and Sarah Morning Show, where he answers family law questions from listeners. Some are relatively straight-forward and hit one topic, while others get downright convoluted and are part of a much larger conversation. On a recent show, …
Updated: Did you know June is Men’s Health Month? As you might imagine, the goal is to raise awareness about common health issues men face and to spread knowledge about how to prevent, treat, and detect these problems. It’s important to take care of yourself and look after your health …
UPDATED: As family law practitioners and divorce lawyers, we hear a number of questions repeatedly. One common thing our clients want to know is: ‘who’s responsible for debt in divorce their ex ran it up’? We got this question from a San Diego husband and father a while back: “Am …
The technical name for a person who represents themselves in divorce or other legal matter is “pro se.” Like many legal terms, this one comes from a Latin phrase that means “for oneself.”
The word “decree” can refer to any sort of proclamation backed up with authority or law but in family law, a “divorce decree” simply refers to the court’s final ruling and judgment order that makes the termination of a marriage official.
As with every process, this one has a moment where it starts. In California, the first divorce step is when you fill out and file the divorce petition. You’ll need to provide your personal information and that of your spouse.
UPDATED: No one wants to admit defeat. No one wants to face the fact that a marriage just doesn’t work, that this person you once loved, who once meant everything to you, isn’t the same one you married. That’s part of why divorce is so often such a difficult choice. …
When it comes to divorce, dividing up assets, income, and shared property forms a big piece of the puzzle. Houses, pensions, retirement funds, they’re all on the table. Even, potentially, Social Security disability payments. Rick Jones, one of our founding partners, makes regular appearances on the Danny Bonaduce and Sarah …
Legal paperwork is notoriously complicated. Before you can divorce, you have fill out and file all kinds of forms and jump through various hoops. There’s a lot of detail. So much that it’s all too easy for things to slip through the cracks. But what can you do if there’s …
Is There More Than One Option to End Your Marriage? When it comes to ending your marriage, there are multiple options at your disposal. You can choose divorce or you can choose annulment. The question remains, which is better and which is right for you? Each comes with potential benefits …
UPDATE: The northern California town of Clearlake remains the divorce capital of the Golden State. According to the latest data collected by 24/7 Wall St., the 15,000 resident hamlet still has the highest divorce rate in the state. Heavy is the head that wears the crown. From last time to …
We all get self-absorbed or show narcissistic traits on occasion. For the majority of us, these moments are fleeting and the impulses controllable. But being in a relationship with a person with a narcissistic personality disorder is difficult, let alone being married to one. And if want to divorce a …
Filling out an NCAA Tournament bracket and entering half a dozen pools is practically an American tradition. But filling out a bracket is also a daunting task. Some fans religiously pore over every word Joe Lunardi utters, track quadrant one wins, and keep tabs on conference tournament play. And after …
Is it a gift or inheritance? Does it matter? That’s a question we hear often during divorce proceedings. The answer may impact how the courts view certain assets and thus how they are divided. It’s easy to see why this is important information to have. Rick Jones, one of our …