Divorce For Men

Frequently Asked Questions


Welcome to our frequently asked questions page. Here you’ll find quick answers to many common questions about divorce, child custody, and other family law matters. Every case is different, so these answers are general in nature and should not be construed as legal advice.

These answers should in no way be construed as legal advice. For more in-depth and personalized information, give us a call at 1 (800) DIVORCE or fill out a free case review online. Our managing attorney will look at the details, assess your situation, and give you your options over the phone free of charge.

How Long Does Divorce Take In California?

California has a six-month waiting period before a divorce can be finalized.

That’s the minimum amount of time between filing the initial paperwork and finalizing your divorce. Depending on the circumstance, however, it often takes much longer.

For shorter marriages with no children and little property, divorce can go relatively quickly.

But the more you have to deal with, the more complicated things become and the longer they usually take.

Icon

How Does Jurisdiction Affect Divorce?

Laws regarding the division of property, custody, support payments, and more vary from state to state. It’s vital to know which divorce laws apply to you and how they may impact your case.

Icon

Should You File For Divorce First?

There are potential advantages and disadvantages to filing for divorce first, depending on the circumstances. Having a strategy in place is usually more important than being first out of the gate.

Icon

Can Adultery Affect A Divorce In California?

Adultery often destroys a marriage, but the impact on the actual divorce process is not usually as significant as many people believe.

Icon

How Are Assets and Property Divided In A Divorce?

California follows community property statutes. This means the government views any property acquired during a marriage as belonging to both spouses and divides it as such.

Icon

What Are The Differences Between Legal Separation and Divorce?

Though divorce and legal separation often resemble each other on the surface, the key difference is that, with separation, the marriage remains technically intact.

Icon

Should You Move Out Of Your Home During Divorce?

Unless the court orders you to vacate or it is unsafe, moving out of a shared home during the divorce process may actually harm your case in multiple ways.

Icon

What Are The Different Types Of Custody In California?

There are four types of child custody in California, each with a unique set of conditions.

The four types are legal custody, physical custody, sole custody, and joint custody.

In most cases, the court pulls pieces from the different areas to create the final custody arrangement.

Icon

What Does A Guardian Ad Litem Do?

A Guardian ad Litem is an outside adult appointed by the court to represent a child’s best interests in a custody case. They investigate and report their findings.

Icon

How Does Birdnesting Work?

Birdnesting is a custody arrangement where the children remain in the shared home and the parents are the ones who rotate in and out.

Icon

How Do You Find The Best Custody Lawyer?

Finding the best custody lawyer is really about finding the best fit for your case. A good place to start is knowing what your situation needs and finding an attorney who fits those parameters.

Icon

How Can You Hurt Your Own Child Custody Case?

All too often people make easily avoidable mistakes, errors, and lapses in judgment that have significant and lasting consequences on their custody cases.

Icon

Marijuana And Child Custody: Can I still Smoke Weed?

From a strict letter-of-the-law perspective, legal marijuana parallels alcohol use. However, it isn’t always treated the same way in reality.

Icon

How Can Military Service Affect Child Custody And Divorce?

Military service can impact divorce and custody cases, but the government has taken measures to protect the rights and interests of service members during deployment.

Icon

How Is Property Divided In California?

California follows community property guidelines. These laws view all assets acquired during a marriage as joint property.

That doesn’t, however, mean the court splits everything in half.

The aim is for a fair and equitable division and for both spouses to emerge on relatively even footing and to enjoy a standard of living similar to what they experienced during the marriage.

Icon

How Does Spousal Support Payments(Alimony) Work In California?

California has two kinds of spousal support. Depending on the circumstances, the court may award temporary or permanent support.

Icon

Can You Purchase a House During the Divorce Process?

You can buy a house or make other major purchases during the divorce process, but you need to take steps to protect yourself and your investment.

Icon

Does Adultery Impact No-Fault Divorce In California?

Adultery often destroys a marriage, but the impact on the actual divorce process is not usually as significant as many people believe.

Icon

How Is Debt Divided in California During Divorce?

There are some exceptions, but for the most part, the courts view debt as belonging to both spouses, regardless of who is responsible.

Icon

Can You File For Bankruptcy During a Divorce?

Filing for bankruptcy freezes all financial matters, including property division. Until you conclude bankruptcy proceedings, you won’t be able to finalize your divorce.

Icon

Can Your Business Be Divided During a Divorce?

Yes, a business is, in most circumstances, a divisible asset in a divorce. There are, however, a number of hurdles and concerns to be aware of in the process.

Icon

Have Questions About Divorce?

Phone Questions Answered By Our Managing Attorney For Free!
Free Case Review
1 (800) Divorce