Divorce is complex enough for California couples. However, if there are frozen embryos involved, it can cause a larger issue. Who gets those embryos after the divorce is final? What happens when couples have frozen embryos? Many couples struggle with fertility issues...
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Co-parenting after divorce: the child comes first
After a divorce, parents in California will need to work together to co-parent their children. This can be challenging, particularly if the divorce was not an amicable situation, but with cooperation, a detailed parenting plan and the focus on the best interests of...
What are hidden assets and where can you find them?
If you're dealing with a divorce in California, hidden assets may be on your mind. It's helpful to learn about what they are and where you might find them. What are hidden assets? Hidden assets are money and other financially valuable properties that aren't disclosed...
Is divorce common for older couples?
Over the past several years, the "gray divorce" rate has increased according to the Journals of Gerontology. If you're a California resident, here is some essential information about divorces among older people as well as the benefits of marriage. Marriage can be good...
How to talk to kids about divorce
In most cases, California courts will allow parents to share custody of their children. Alternatively, they may allow parents to have generous visitation rights in lieu of physical custody of their sons or daughters. However, despite the fact that a child will likely...
Divorce and annuities
When you're going through a divorce, your emotions may be running high, so financial issues like taxes may not be at the forefront of your mind. However, there are important things to consider when it comes to dividing your annuities, 401(k)s and IRAs as it pertains...
Stock options and asset division in a California divorce
High-asset divorces in California typically come with certain types of property that can be difficult to split between spouses during divorce proceedings. Some tricky assets to divide include stock options. California is a community property state Before diving deeper...
Common myths about divorce and Social Security benefits
California couples who are going through a divorce likely have heard remarks regarding social security benefits. While some of these remarks may be based on truth or experience, others are likely not. By understanding the top myths about Social Security and divorce,...
What is a time-share arrangement?
The state of California offers four different time-share agreements for divorced parents with children. To figure out a fair agreement, the judge might consider each parent's schedule and how much they can be trusted with their children. Ideally, both parents would...