Divorce
Who Gets Custody of the Pets in Divorce?
When you find yourself in the throes of divorce, many things need to be considered, including the emotional bonds your pets have formed. In today’s divorce landscape, new laws recognize pets as more than just property and take into account these emotional connections, helping you feel understood and supported. In traditional court-litigated divorces, judges used…
Read MoreHow Long Does a Divorce Take in California? Understanding the Six-Month Waiting Period
If you search this question, you will find the same short answer everywhere: California has a six-month waiting period. That answer is accurate, and it is also incomplete. As a family law attorney, I spend a lot of time explaining what that number does and does not mean. What is the six-month waiting period? Under…
Read MoreFinding Peace Through Self-Care During Divorce
The process of divorce is one of the most emotional and physically difficult transitions of life, and it is easy to become lost in the world of legal issues that the well-being becomes the dust on the fire. The Peace-Talks article, Divorce and Self-Care: Finding Peace in a Difficult Time, brings out one point that…
Read MoreHandling Divorce When You’ve Been Married for Decades
You’ve spent decades building a life together. Now you’re facing divorce, and everything feels overwhelming. The thought of dividing assets, untangling finances, and splitting your shared history can seem impossible. When you’ve been married for 20, 30, or even 40 years, your finances are complicated to sort out. Retirement accounts, property, investments, and a business…
Read MoreLegal Tips for Divorce: What You Should Know Before Filing – Join us December 5 for Our Free Divorce Options(R) Online
Thinking about divorce? Join us on December 5 for the next Divorce Options® Workshop to receive expert legal advice and learn how to avoid common mistakes. Learn more about the workshops and register here.
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