Deciding whether to end your marriage is probably one of the most important and difficult decisions you will ever make. Even though this is an emotional matter, it is important to approach certain aspects with an analytical perspective. There are many questions that need to be answered before proceeding with divorce. The most important involve… Continue reading →
Posts Tagged ‘Spousal Support’
An uncontested divorce
When emotions become part of the divorce process, many people lose sight of what is really important. It is foolish to spend thousands of dollars to fight over a piece of property which could be replaced down the road for much less. It is foolish to fight over child custody when the judge issued a… Continue reading →
Discovering hidden assets
During the divorce process, both parties are supposed to account for all of their assets; however, there are times when one tries to hide some. Finding those concealed assets is not always an easy task. Many individuals receive non-monetary perks from their employer, which include: · Frequent flyer miles · Time share purchased during the… Continue reading →
Post-judgment family law issues
Months or years after your final divorce agreement has been signed, you may find that a modification of support needs to be made to suit the best interests of you and your children. This is known as a post-judgment modification. Modifications involving child support or spousal support are usually highly contested. You must prove to… Continue reading →
Termination of spousal support
California Family Code Section 4320 ensures that in a divorce, each party can maintain the standard of living they are used to while in the marriage. If one party cannot do this on his or her own, the court will award spousal support. Spousal support, in most cases, is temporary and is meant to come… Continue reading →
Surviving during the divorce process
Many couples going through divorce complain about the ability to keep things afloat while their case is pending. The financial constraints of paying for two households cause some to face foreclosure and substantial debt or worse, bankruptcy. Divorce is rarely easy and quick – it is usually very difficult. As a matter of fact, divorce… Continue reading →
Does domestic violence come into play?
I have been asked if misconduct or domestic violence by either spouse has anything to do with the final judgment of the court since California is a ‘no-fault’ divorce state. Yes; in some cases it does, especially where children are concerned. California law requires child custody issues to be determined by the best interests of… Continue reading →
The first year after divorce
Getting through a divorce can be devastating. Now, you are faced with decisions that need to be made by yourself. Do you have the strength to do it? The following are a few tips to get you, a single parent, through one of the toughest times in your life. · First, develop a support network… Continue reading →
Should I stay in the marriage or not?
No one can make the decision of whether you should stay in your marriage or leave it, but you. A confused person who considers the option of raising his or her child as a single person or in a home with two parents is most likely to stay. On the other hand, if a person… Continue reading →
Divorce and changes
Statistics show that 50% of all marriages will end in divorce. In Southern California, the rate is higher. The purpose of marriage has changed throughout the years. Once upon a time, it was the role of the man to make the living while the woman stayed home to care for the children. Today, it is… Continue reading →
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