Divorce and pension payout. Many people come to us who need to know about their rights to a pension – either their own or their spouse’s – and they want to know how payout works. Here’s the scoop on divorce, pension payouts and the division of retirement accounts for people who split up. Divorce and…
For many people, retirement accounts and divorce settlements are confusing. Will your ex-spouse get your retirement? Will your divorce settlement require you to give over half what you planned to retire on? Here’s what you need to know. Retirement and Divorce Settlements If you or your spouse has money tied up in a retirement plan,…
If you’re getting a divorce in Stockton and you’ve signed a prenuptial agreement – commonly just called a prenup – here’s what you need to know. What is a Prenup in California? A prenup is a legal document that can help one party’s assets in a divorce. The Uniform Prenuptial Agreement Act covers prenups under…
If you’re like many people who are splitting up in Stockton, you’re wondering, Is child support mandatory in divorce? The main thing to understand is that the state of California says both parents must contribute to their kids’ support. They must also contribute to their well-being. When it comes to child support, here’s how it…
California views marriage as a partnership, specifically as it relates to management and control of community assets; this partnership carries rights and obligations which are similar to those in a standard business partnership. So, what are your financial obligations to your spouse? Chief among these obligations is what is known as the “fiduciary duty”, which…
If you’re like most people contemplating a split from your spouse, you think a regular divorce is the way to go – but instead, a summary dissolution might be right for you. What is Summary Dissolution? Summary dissolution is one way to end your marriage or domestic partnership. It’s not for everyone, but for some…
Pets and divorce has always been a touchy subject – what are animal custody rights, and who has them? Now, thanks to a new law that kicked off on January 1, 2019, pet parents can rejoice: Pets don’t have to be treated like property in a divorce settlement any longer. Pets and Divorce: Animal Custody…
When you get a divorce in Stockton, you and your spouse will have to divide your property – and property includes both assets and debts. California is a community property state, so usually, the division of credit card debt is pretty clear-cut. Here’s what you need to know. Related: Community property basics in California What…
If you’re like many people getting divorced in Stockton, you’re all too familiar with gaslighting – that’s when someone manipulates you psychologically so that you end up questioning your own sanity. And unfortunately, gaslighting is pretty common in divorce and child custody battles. Here’s what you need to know about this harmful psychological warfare. Related:…
When you’re looking for the best LGBT divorce lawyer to handle your case, you need to know where to start and what to ask. This guide will put you on the right track. How to Find the Best LGBT Divorce Lawyer for Your Needs Every divorce is different – what worked (or didn’t work) with…
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