when is separate property no longer separate
Property Division

When Is Separate Property No Longer Separate?

As their divorce proceeded, Frank and Elizabeth had much to talk about – or rather, negotiate. During their 12-year marriage, they had accumulated property and debts together. However, each had also brought separate property in their marriage. A lot had changed in the past 12 years. Property discussions heated up as disagreements over how to classify their property erupted. Frank, Elizabeth, and their respective lawyers had to figure out when separate property is no longer separate before they could finalize their divorce. Continue reading →

Where california stands on the national parents organization annual report card
Child Support, Child Custody

Where California Stands on the National Parents Organization Annual Report Card

Most parents want the best for their children. However, when you are in the middle of a divorce, the ‘best’ thing for your children can be challenging to determine. For this reason, California Family Courts and lawyers use existing California laws to address child-related issues in a divorce proceeding. Groups like the National Parents Organization are dedicated to reforming child support and custody nationwide. In fact, they issue an annual report card that gives each state a grade based on how they handle parenting issues in divorce. Read on to learn more about how California fared in the most recent annual report – and why it matters. Continue reading →

California restraining orders
Domestic Violence, California Divorce

4 Types of California Restraining Orders

California restraining orders are available to help people in various circumstances. For example, Todd’s partner, Zach, has threatened him with violence, shoved him during arguments, and violently pulled his hair. Amanda has suffered the same kind of behavior but from her former roommate. At age 78, Dan is trying to live in his own home for as long as possible, but his grandson has been stealing his possessions and money. Finally, Maryann’s boss at the diner noticed a customer was stalking Maryann at work and waiting for her in the parking lot. A restraining order might help any of these individuals feel more protected. In fact, there are four different types of California restraining orders. Continue reading →

Frozen Embryos and Divorce Who Gets Custody
California Divorce

Frozen Embryos and Divorce: Who Gets Custody?

On the day Daria and David agreed to store frozen embryos for future use, divorce was far from their minds. They were in perfect agreement, deeply in love, and looking forward to future parenthood. However, things didn’t work out exactly as they had planned. Daria and David put off becoming parents for several years, but unfortunately, their relationship faltered in the interim. After David filed for divorce, he realized they had to make some difficult decisions about what to do with their frozen embryos. Continue reading →

COVID-19 Divorce
California Divorce

COVID-19 Divorce: Will This Be the Newest Social Trend?

Many working couples spend a large part of their day away from home and each other, yet their marriage works just fine. During the coronavirus pandemic, however, spouses were forced to see each other 24/7. In some cases, people had little interaction with the outside world. When faced with isolation and fear, some couples grow stronger while others watch as cracks in their relationship seem to grow each day. As we recover from the recent public health emergency, will COVID-19 divorce become more common? Continue reading →

I Just Moved to California. Can I File for Divorce
California Divorce

I Just Moved to California. Can I File for Divorce?

For some couples, a change of scenery might help their marriage. Unfortunately, the move to California didn’t help Anya and Gregory. After only two months, Gregory moved out of their new home. As he had done through most of their marriage, Gregory left the details and heavy lifting of their divorce for Anya to work out. However, Anya learned there might be a problem the day she called the clerk’s office to ask about filing procedures. California law sets out a residency requirement for people who want to file for divorce. Continue reading →