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 →
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Divorce and money issues
Divorce is stressful enough, but when financial issues arise, the sky is the limit. During your divorce process, before the property division is decided: · Determine which assets are worth fighting for · Analyze the marital debt that is before you · Determine the status of retirement benefits, such as IRAs and 401Ks · Investigate… Continue reading →
Legal separation
A legal separation is granted in the form of a court order and allows the couple to be separated while remaining legally married. It is not designed to give couples a time-out if they are having marital problems. While separated, the court has the power to decide on any issues related to the couple’s marriage,… Continue reading →
Responding to divorce papers
In California either spouse can ask the court to end their marriage even if the other spouse does not agree to it. If there are no complications, the marital status ends six months after the first papers are filed and served on the respondent. When you are served with the papers or Petition, read it… Continue reading →