Some California residents might realize that they no longer want to stay in their marriage just as they begin getting closer to retirement. This is more common than many people realize, as the divorce rate for older people has continued rising. One of the concerns is...
Divorce & Legal Separation
Taking care of your mental health after divorce
After a divorce, it can be difficult to keep your mental health stable. You may find yourself feeling sad, depressed, angry or experiencing other unpleasant emotions. Such emotions are normal after a divorce, but it is important to take steps to manage your mental...
Alcoholics and divorce: a complicated mix
Among the numerous reasons for divorce, alcoholism is a significant item on the list. Whether or not you can point to your spouse's drinking problem as grounds for divorce depends, for one thing, on where you live. Here's what people living in California need to know...
How to stay emotionally healthy after a divorce
Residents of California who are going through a divorce might struggle with what comes after the marriage ends. For some, the negative emotions might seem as overwhelming as all the financial and practical changes that will have to make. However, there are ways to...
How to keep your finances separate during a divorce in California
Divorce in California can be a lengthy process and a hard adjustment. Someone who's been sharing their finances with their spouse for a long time might not know how to separate these assets during the divorce process. A professional may give you personalized advice...
What divorce courts consider for spousal support
Spousal or partner support in California is awarded under certain circumstances. During a divorce or legal separation, it is vital that individuals discuss these issues with their legal counsel. Doing so may help ensure that they are ready for divorce and can begin to...
3 things you should know before filing for a gray divorce
Divorces among those at or near the age of retirement have become more common. People now refer to them as great divorces, and they definitely have different legal and practical implications than divorces that occur earlier in life. The longer a marriage lasts, the...
The divorce discovery process: what you need to know
In California and throughout the country, when a couple goes through a divorce, they will undergo the process of exchanging information related to financial, personal and economic situations. Much of the information shared will also hold records of debt owed and the...
You may be able to keep the home in a divorce
California real estate is notoriously expensive. If you are getting divorced, it may make it more difficult to retain the family home as you simply may not be able to afford it. However, recent changes in the real estate market may make it easier to keep the house in...
Divorce triggers a need to update your estate plan
Going through a divorce comes with many changes. While you might be focused on matters like where you're going to live and how to share the children, you also need to take the time to update your estate plan. There are several components that will likely change now...