You and your spouse have decided to divorce. You know California is a community property state. What is to become with the inheritance you received from your dad? Don’t be alarmed; an inheritance received during your marriage is considered separate property. However, there are times when it can be considered marital property. One example is… Continue reading →
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Messy prenuptial agreement cancels wedding
Did you hear about the couple who pulled the plug on their wedding two hours before it was set to begin? It seems an investment banker was set to marry a hotel heiress when their lawyers made a mess of everything. Apparently the 33-year old and 28-year old couple reached an agreement but a day… Continue reading →
Dividing marital debts
In California, both parties in a divorce are liable for all debts incurred during the marriage. California Family Code Section 910 states, “The community is liable for all debts incurred before and during the marriage, but before separation.” Keep in mind that each party’s separate property is not liable for the other party’s debts –… Continue reading →
Protecting your assets before, during and after a divorce
Depending on a couple’s finances, a divorce can be financially crippling to both parties. Knowing what to do can help protect you financially. A pre-nuptial agreement written by the couple before marriage details the division of assets in case the marriage ends in divorce down the road. In most cases, it does not cover child… Continue reading →
Changing your name after a divorce
When a couple gets married today, very often the female changes her name to that of her husband’s. For those women who do so, it is not a difficult decision. What can be difficult though is what happens if they divorce? Once you have been married for many years, it may seem impossible to go… Continue reading →
Is divorce the answer for you?
Have you been thinking about filing for divorce lately? Are things getting so bad in your marriage that you are certain they will never change? Deciding whether or not your marriage is worth saving is a difficult decision to make. If your emotions are out of control, stop and think this over; don’t make such… Continue reading →
What is marriage by proxy?
Do you and your boyfriend want to get married but he’s in the Army and stationed overseas? If this is your situation, California has marriage-by-proxy laws that allow a marriage to take place between a California resident and a member of the armed forces who is stationed far away. The law allows your boyfriend to… Continue reading →
Post Marital Agreements
Post-marital agreements are very similar to prenuptial agreements regarding their scope and purpose. Both agreements relate to division of property, spousal support and inheritance rights. In some cases, they are used to convert community property to separate property or the other way around. After a couple has been married for some time, they can enter… Continue reading →
Domestic partners and health benefits
California recognizes the thousands of same-sex marriages that took place before Proposition 8 passed. By registering as a domestic partnership with the Secretary of State, signing an affidavit, and filing a Declaration of Domestic Partnership, you can enjoy the benefits that California law affords you, according to the California Family Code. The California Insurance Equality… Continue reading →
Applying for a California marriage license
You may apply for a marriage license at any California county clerk’s office where you plan to be married as long as you are at least 18 years old. If you are under 18, a parent or guardian must be present. You may have to show a birth certificate to prove your age. In Orange… Continue reading →
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