Tag: Property Division
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Understanding California Family Code 2640: Protecting Your Separate Property
In California family law, the division of assets often hinges on the “community property” presumption—the idea that everything acquired during a marriage belongs equally to both spouses. However, California Family Code 2640 provides a critical exception. It allows spouses to reclaim “separate property” contributions made toward community assets. Whether you are navigating a divorce or planning for the future,…
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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…
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California Divorce Laws and Property Division
If the idea of splitting a shared life overwhelms you, you’re not alone. While all divorces come with their fair share of difficulties, longer marriages can be even more challenging. After all, when you’ve shared more of your lives together than you have apart, where in the world do you start when trying to divide…
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Community Property FAQ: Answers to Common Community Property Questions
If you’re like many people, you know California is a community property state – but what does that mean when you’re getting a divorce? Here’s what you need to know. Community Property FAQ: Answers to Common Community Property Questions Here you’ll find answers to our most common questions about community property questions, which might help…
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Is California a Community Property State?
Is California a community property state? Here’s what you need to know if you’re getting divorced in San Joaquin County or elsewhere. Is California a Community Property State? California is considered a community property state – but to many people, that doesn’t mean exactly what it sounds like. Under California law, the property a…
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What is Community Property in California?
We live in a community property state, which means the things you acquired during your marriage belong to both you and your spouse. But what is community property in California, and how will it impact your divorce settlement? Here’s what you need to know. What is Community Property in California? Figuring out property division can…
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Dividing a Business in a Divorce
When you’re a business owner going through a split, you need to know about dividing a business in a divorce. Do you have to give your spouse half of the company, will you have to sell it, or can you “buy out” your soon-to-be ex? Dividing a business during a divorce can be a big…
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Hiding Assets During Divorce
Hiding assets during divorce is a major problem – and if you’re caught doing so (or if your ex is caught doing so), you’ll face big problems in court. Here’s what you need to know. Hiding Assets During Divorce When your marriage is ending, your spouse may decide to hide some of his or her…
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California Divorce Law: Division of Assets
California divorce law and the division of assets can be confusing. Some things are community property and belong to both of you, and some things are separate property and belong to only one of you – and worse, some things are “commingled,” which means part of them belong to both of you together and one…
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LGBTQ Divorce: 5 Things You Need to Know
If you’re like many people, there’s a lot you don’t know about LGBTQ divorce. Is it the same as every other divorce, or are there nuances that make it different (or that would make your case harder)? These are five things you need to know about LGBTQ divorce – but if you have more questions,…
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