Splitting up a house in divorce can get tricky in the best of times, but what if one party depends on the shared home for a big part of their income?
Can I Reuse A Divorce Decree?
If you marry a person, divorce them, marry that person again, and divorce them a second time, can you reuse the same divorce decree?
Pro Se: A Closer Look At DIY Divorce
Do-it-Yourself divorce has never been more accessible than it is now. But just because you can, doesn’t always mean you should.
What Is In A Divorce Decree?
A “divorce decree” simply refers to the court’s final ruling and judgment order that makes the termination of a marriage official.
7 “Simple” Steps To Divorce
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.
Divorce Vs Annulment
There are two options to end a marriage. Divorce or annulment. Divorce is by far the more common choice because qualifying for an annulment is not easy.
Gift or Inheritance? And Why That Matters
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 …
How Are Pensions Divided During Divorce?
Pensions are less and less common these days as fewer companies offer them to employees, but they do still show up during divorce. The attached question usually runs along the lines of, “I worked my whole life, can my ex really take part of my pension in the divorce?” The …
How The Tax Plan Changed Spousal Support: Updated
The massive tax plan that Congress passed in 2018 is going to have a wide-reaching impact, including on divorce and spousal support.
Arbitration Or Court: Which Is Better?
When you think of divorce, you probably picture court. But that’s not the only way to end a marriage. Arbitration is another option, but is it best for you?
Divorce When You Can’t Find Your Spouse
You probably know how complicated divorce can become. But what if you can’t find your spouse? What recourse do you have in divorce if your spouse is MIA?
I Work, She Doesn’t: Do I Have to Pay Her Legal Fees?
“So my wife is filing for divorce, I work, she doesn’t. Her lawyer is telling her that I have to pay all the legal fees. Is that true?”
My Ex Was Ordered to Sell Our House But Hasn’t, What Can I Do?
What can you do if your ex doesn’t cooperate with the court-ordered divorce decree? The good news is that you have options.
If I File For Divorce First, Do I Have An Advantage?
“I’ve been told several times that whoever files first in a divorce has the upper hand, the distinct advantage, is that true?”
“If I Don’t Have a Will Can My Ex Get Everything?”
“I just heard that if I die tomorrow, my ex can sue my estate for everything in the name of supporting my child. Is this true?”