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Divorce & Family Law Blog
Welcome to the divorce blog. You’ll find information on a broad range of topics related to divorce, support payments, child custody, and other family law topics.
December 8, 2025
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“Can My Ex Come After My New Spouse’s Income?”
“I pay child support and recently got remarried. Can my ex come after me for more child support, including my new spouse’s income?” ...
December 2, 2025
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Does California Have Pet Custody Laws?
Pet custody is an evolving legal area. A few states have legislation to distinguish pets from other assets and to protect their rights. ...
August 21, 2025
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How Are Mediation and Arbitration Different?
Divorce doesn’t necessarily need to take place in court, there are other options, and two popular choices are mediation and arbitration. ...
August 3, 2025
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Can You Buy A House During A Divorce?
You may need a new place to live after ending your marriage, but it may not be the right time to buy a house during ...
July 9, 2025
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Marijuana and Child Custody
Recreational marijuana has been legal in California for a year and a half, how does this newfound status impact child custody disputes? ...
June 5, 2025
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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. ...
May 29, 2025
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High Asset Divorce Mistakes
Every divorce has a lot at stake, but high asset divorce presents its own unique problems. Here are some costly common mistakes people make. ...
May 21, 2025
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Gift or Inheritance? Does That Matter For Your Divorce Settlement?
“I’m married. Say my wife got a ‘gift’ but it’s called an ‘inheritance’ even though her parents are still alive. Is that an actual ‘gift’ ...
May 14, 2025
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What Do You Do When Your Ex Won’t Make Child Support Payments?
California law provides guidelines for courts to use in determining and setting child support payment amounts. ...
April 30, 2025
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What Are The Consequences Of Moving Out During Divorce?
Leaving the marital home without having a strategy in place, can create a significant disadvantage throughout the rest of the divorce process. ...
April 24, 2025
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Things You Should Never Do During Divorce
People damage their own cases in countless ways. To help minimize that, here are eight things you should never do during divorce. ...
March 18, 2025
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What If You Disagree With Your Divorce Attorney?
In general, it’s a good idea to have representation during a divorce. The process often gets twisted quickly, and having a professional guide usually saves ...
March 5, 2025
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Do You Have To Give Back An Engagement Ring?
CALLER: “So my fiancé and I were given a ring from a family friend. The ring is in her name from her husband and then ...
February 26, 2025
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Types of Divorce Discovery Tools
In contested divorces, discovery may prove incredibly valuable. Discovery compels each side to reveal what evidence and info they have. ...
February 14, 2025
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How Are Pensions Divided During Divorce?
CALLER: “I was just wondering how a pension works? If one person has a pension, and the other doesn’t, do they get some of that ...
January 9, 2025
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Is January Divorce Month?
Over recent years, January has become known by many as “divorce month,” but just how accurate is that unflattering title? ...
January 2, 2025
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What Is A De Facto Parent?
Not everyone who cares for a child is a biological parent. In some cases, the courts name a de facto parent. Here’s what that means.That’s ...
December 18, 2024
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The Awkward Conversation of Prenups and Postnups
Prenuptial agreements are often the prudent move before marriage. So, how do you ask for one? It’s often an uncomfortable conversation. ...
November 21, 2024
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During Legal Separation, Are You Responsible For Your Spouse’s Debt?
Marriage means intertwining two lives. When a marriage ends, divorce is the process of untangling them. Part of that means dividing up any shared assets ...
October 30, 2024
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Helpful Tips For Smooth Custody Exchanges
After a divorce, you may never want to see your ex again, but if you have kids, meeting during custody exchanges is likely going to ...
October 9, 2024
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Scary Divorce Facts You Should Know
You have a great deal to consider when ending a marriage, and not to pile on, but there are a handful of scary divorce facts ...
August 15, 2024
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Can Your Spouse Prevent A Divorce? No-Fault Divorce
It’s the stuff of melodramatic TV movies, being trapped in a loveless marriage. But can your spouse actually prevent you from getting a divorce? ...
August 12, 2024
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How Is Credit Card Debt Divided During Divorce?
If you file for divorce and share credit card debt with your spouse, in the state of California, you are equally liable for paying it ...
August 6, 2024
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What is a Gray Divorce?
Couples ending marriages later in life face a number of unique challenges and concerns. Here’s what you need to know about gray divorce. ...
July 9, 2024
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“If I Leave the House, Do I Lose My Equity?”
This is a complicated situation that encompasses domestic violence, home equity, and what to do if you can’t go to the authorities. ...
June 25, 2024
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“Do I Need A Divorce Attorney If My Ex Has One?”
Going up against a divorce attorney without your own representation puts you at a serious disadvantage. Our founder explains why. ...
June 11, 2024
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How to Qualify For An 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 ...
June 5, 2024
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“She Wants to Move My Kid Out Of State”
CALLER: “My Baby mama is trying to move to California for a job and she’s trying to take my kid with her. We have joint ...
May 29, 2024
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Post-Divorce Cohabitation And Its Effect on Spousal Support
If your divorce requires spousal support, making payments while knowing your ex is living with someone else may be a bitter pill to swallow. You ...
May 21, 2024
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Date of Separation in California
The date of separation has a huge impact on divorce, but a significant change to California law is about to alter the landscape. ...
April 25, 2024
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Moore Marsden, Shared Homes, And Divorce
A house is the biggest purchase most of us make. What happens if we own a home, marry, then divorce? That’s where Moore Marsden comes ...
April 3, 2024
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Rebuilding Finances Post-Divorce
During a divorce you lose assets you likely need to replace. Rebuilding your finances post-divorce should be a huge priority. ...
March 24, 2024
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Social Security And Divorce
Divorce impacts almost every facet of your life, and that includes Social Security. Here’s what you need to know about the changes you face. ...
March 12, 2024
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Uncontested Divorce Questions Answered
Not every divorce devolves into a heated courtroom battle. When spouses see eye-to-eye, uncontested divorce is often a viable option. ...
March 5, 2024
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Can You File For Bankruptcy During Divorce?
Bankruptcy impacts every facet of your life. Your marriage feels the brunt, and so does the process of ending it. Does bankruptcy change divorce? ...
February 28, 2024
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Can You Be Fired For Getting A Divorce?
What we do outside of the office can have a big impact on our work. Even though we try not to, we often bring the ...
February 14, 2024
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Should You File For Divorce First?
Whether or not to file for divorce is a big question, but another is whether or not you should file for divorce first, before your ...
February 7, 2024
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Why Does Divorce Take So Long in California?
The short answer is that there’s a lot to deal with when dissolving a marriage. As usual, the full answer is much longer. ...
January 30, 2024
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Can I Move Out All His Stuff and Change The Locks?
CALLER: “I am…so over my husband right now. To sum this up, we have no kids. I own the house. I’ve always owned it and ...
January 23, 2024
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Are Divorce Records Public?
The paparazzi probably doesn’t hound you and follow your every move, but that doesn’t mean privacy during divorce is important to you. ...
January 16, 2024
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7 Steps To Divorce In California
Step 1: File petition. 2: Serve spouse. 3: Respond to summons. 4: Discovery. 5: Temporary orders. 6: Settlement /negotiation. 7: Sign and file final papers. ...
December 6, 2023
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What Is Legal Separation in California?
A legal separation is a formal and legally binding agreement that divides debt, assets, and property between spouses; it will also address the issues of ...
November 9, 2023
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How Does Jurisdiction Affect Divorce?
While any number of factors go into pursuing a divorce, there’s much more to deal with when it comes to who has jurisdiction. ...
November 1, 2023
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We Got Divorced, Why Am I Still On The Hook For The Home Loan?
CALLER: “I got divorced back in 2011. My ex-husband and I owned a home together, which we still do. He was willing to release his ...
October 3, 2023
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How Do You Divorce A Spouse From a Foreign Country?
Ending a marriage is complicated in the best of times, but what happens to the process you have a spouse from a foreign country? ...
August 2, 2023
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When Married Business Partners Divorce
During a marriage, your life becomes intertwined with that of your spouse, but what about spouses who are also business partners? ...
July 25, 2023
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“Can I Reuse A Divorce Decree?”
CALLER: “I married my ex-husband and remarried him after we were divorced. He thinks that our first divorce decree settlement is null and void because ...
July 12, 2023
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Finding a Child Custody Lawyer
Finding the best child custody lawyer for your case is one of the most important things you’ll ever do. Here’s how to go about it. ...
June 27, 2023
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RADIO: “How long until my spouse qualifies for my pension?”
Retirement benefits like pensions often play a huge part in divorce settlements. But how long do you have to stay married until they kick in? ...
June 6, 2023
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Breaking Down The Child Support Formula
California’s child support formula is calculated with an actual mathematical equation. It gets complicated, so let us break down all the pieces. ...
