California is a no-fault divorce state, which means you are not required to prove wrongdoing, such as domestic violence, to file for divorce. However, if your spouse was abusive towards you during the marriage, it can significantly impact certain aspects of the...
Divorce
Tips for navigating divorce with an abusive spouse
Leaving an abusive spouse is an incredibly brave step, but it can feel overwhelming and scary. You may be juggling feelings of fear, guilt and uncertainty while trying to figure out the way forward. However, it helps to know that you’re not alone. Many people have...
Why earning potential is an important factor support orders
When determining whether one divorcing spouse has to pay spousal support (alimony) to the other (and if so, how much), California courts consider a number of factors for both of them. When it comes to financial considerations, income is very important, but so is...
Protecting your retirement during your divorce
If your spouse asks for a divorce, you may be worried about your financial future. For example, gray divorce is growing more common in the United States. Couples in their 50s and 60s are planning for retirement and getting closer to using those financial assets. But...
How may divorce impact your credit?
Divorce can be stressful because of the emotions that come with it, but there’s also the financial aspect of it. Many people don’t realize just how challenging it is to divide finances until they have to do it at the end of a marriage. It’s critical that anyone who’s...
Can your spouse kick you out after filing for divorce?
Your spouse decides that they want to get a divorce. The two of you have been talking about it for a while, and you were hoping that you would stay together. But they finally come to you with the divorce petition and tell you that they are officially filing to end the...
Why do young marriages have a higher divorce rate?
When you look at marriage and divorce statistics, you’ll find that getting married at a younger age means that your odds of divorce are higher. For instance, those who get married in their teens have the highest divorce rate. It goes down by about 11% every year after...
Just what does community property mean for a California divorce?
If you’re considering divorce or your spouse has announced their intention to divorce, you likely already know that California is one of a relatively small number of “community property” states – each with its own laws around divorce and property division. Most...
Signs your spouse may be hiding assets
If you are filing for divorce, you will likely examine your financial situation closely. This is especially true if your spouse usually handles things. Unfortunately, you may find signs your spouse is hiding assets. Knowing the signs is essential to ensure you...
Telling children about an upcoming divorce
It’s important for parents to know how to approach the divorce conversation with their children. This can be a difficult conversation to have, but it’s also a necessary one to help them adjust to how their life will change. When parents take proper care, they can help...