Are you newly divorced? Do you want to get on with your new life or hang around the surroundings that constantly remind you of the life you shared with your ex-husband? It’s time to redefine your space to present the new you. Because you don’t want to sleep in the same room you shared with… Continue reading →
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Is your husband cheating on you?
Have you been walking around thinking that there is a problem between you and your husband, but just can’t think of what it is? Is your husband distant with you? Does he hear you when you’re talking to him? All of a sudden you realize he may be cheating on you. All the signs are… Continue reading →
A prenuptial agreement
You just got engaged the man you love. You are so happy and want to tell the world. All of a sudden you hear the word that no one wants to hear – nothing can kill romance faster than the word prenup. Even though it is something you don’t want to hear or talk about,… Continue reading →
What is an annulment?
An annulment, like a divorce, is the end of a marriage. The only difference is that with an annulment, it is like the marriage never existed. It is available under certain legal conditions. California Family Code Section 2200 describes certain marriages as ‘null and void’ from the beginning. Examples include: · A marriage in which… Continue reading →
Hidden assets
Dividing property during divorce is difficult enough without one of the spouses trying to conceal or hide marital assets. It is not only wrong; it is illegal and unethical. However, it is more common than many people realize. Protecting assets in a divorce is very important, especially if one spouse is out for revenge. If… Continue reading →
Can I get an annulment?
An annulment legally ends a marriage; it is as though the marriage never occurred. In order to file for an annulment, certain criteria must be met. These include: · Age – if one of the parties is not of legal age of consent · Mental incapacity – if a person is under the influence of… Continue reading →
What is a common law marriage?
A common law marriage is created by cohabitation between two people for a certain period of time without an official ceremony. The couple consider themselves married. Most states do not recognize common law marriage and that includes California. However, California courts do recognize palimony. If the couple has lived together for several years and then… Continue reading →
Same-sex couples
A domestic partnership in California is a legal relationship available to same-sex couples. In addition, it is available to certain opposite-sex couples in which one person is at least 62 years old. The couple is given the same rights, benefits, responsibilities and protection as married spouses. According to California Family Code Section 297 a domestic… Continue reading →
Division of property during divorce
One of the most challenging and stressful aspects of the divorce process is property division. At the end of a marriage the couple must divide property acquired during their marriage. This process can be simple or it can be complex. In California, all property acquired during the marriage becomes community property and must be divided… Continue reading →
Is your spouse cheating on you?
Has your spouse become distant and stays away from home a lot? Do you have the feeling that your spouse has been cheating on you? If you answer yes to some or all of the following questions, you may have a cheating spouse. · Is your spouse being secretive when on the phone or computer?… Continue reading →
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