Who Gets the Rings in a California Divorce? Learn the 3 Key Factors Now | Maples Family Law

Learn how California laws determine who keeps their rings after a divorce. Get answers to common questions about engagement versus wedding ring ownership and community versus separate property, while learning to protect your interests with Maples Family Law. Anna Y. Maples, Family Law Attorney Explains Who Gets the Wedding or Engagement Rings if You Divorce…

Navigating the Storm of Divorce.
Divorce Stress: How 2 Navigate the Storm

Divorce is one of life’s most stressful experiences. The emotional turmoil and significant life changes can leave individuals feeling overwhelmed and vulnerable. Understanding the most common sources of stress during divorce can better prepare you to cope with this challenging period. 1. Emotional Turmoil The end of a marriage often triggers a rollercoaster of emotions…

Divorce Litigation in CA

Divorce Litigation in CA In California, divorce litigation is a type of contested divorce. This process takes place in an official courtroom setting, where both spouses have the opportunity to make arguments and present evidence before a judge (usually through an experienced family law attorney).  Unfortunately, divorce litigation takes a lot longer than other types…

What is a Divorce Settlement Agreement?

What is a Divorce Settlement Agreement? Never, in the history of love, has ever been two relationships that were exactly the same. As a result, no two divorces are identical, either. This is why, when it comes to divorce, you’ll have options.  In California, there are several different types of divorce, and not all require…

Why Do I Need an Attorney?

The jury results are in, and the verdict is clear: hiring an attorney is the most expensive part about getting divorced. And not just by a little, either—by a lot.  Between retainers, hourly fees, and other expenses, the price of a good divorce attorney isn’t cheap. And with no concrete way to tell exactly how…

Proper Service

Marriage involves a shared legal interest in things like property, debt, and child custody, which is why when you file for divorce, you can’t just cross your fingers and hope your spouse gets the memo about when and where to show up. Instead, California courts will require you to notify your spouse of your actions…

Final Divorce Order

Divorce involves a lot of really important decisions. Which means that—between dividing property, divvying up child custody, and figuring out mortgages (not to mention, family pets)—you’ll have a lot to keep track of, post-divorce.  Luckily, there’s one document that’ll have all the answers: your final divorce order.  A final divorce order is a legal document…

How Much Does Divorce Cost?

So here you are. You’ve decided to get a divorce, but now you’ve got questions—a lot of them. Like, “Where do I even start?” and, “Should I hire an attorney?” and, perhaps the most worrisome of all, “How much does divorce cost, anyway?”  Unfortunately, while a lot of these queries have straight forward responses, the…