Tag: Property Division
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California Divorce: Who Gets the House?
In a California divorce, who gets the house? This is one of the biggest questions many people have about splitting up, but the answer isn’t as simple as you may hope. California Divorce: Who Gets the House? Your marital home – what the court calls your house when you’re divorcing – might be one of…
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What is Legal Separation in California?
If you’re like many Californians, you’ve heard of a legal separation – but what is it, and could it be the right choice for you? What is Legal Separation in California? Legal separation is more than just physical separation. That means just because you and your spouse have chosen to live apart, you’re not necessarily…
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How Do Courts Divide Debt in a Divorce?
When you’re getting a divorce in the state of California, you need to know that we live in what’s called a community property state. What that means is that the property you own – for the most part – belongs to both parties in your marriage. The same is true for debt; you both own…
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Debt and Divorce in California
The division of debt can be one of the most contentious issues of divorce, so it’s imperative that you work with a Stockton divorce lawyer who understands how to negotiate and who’s willing to fight hard for your rights. But how is debt divided in a divorce in California, and what can you do to…
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The Bitcoin Divorce: How Do Courts Divide Cryptocurrency?
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are treated like property in a divorce – but how does division of these assets work in California? So far, it’s been a little bit tricky, so here’s what you need to know if your divorce involves Bitcoin or another cryptocurrency. The Bitcoin Divorce: How Do Courts Divide Cryptocurrency? When you’re…
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How Quickly Can You Get a Divorce in California?
Once you’ve made the decision to divorce, you’ll probably want to get the process over with as soon as possible – most people do. There are things you can do to make your divorce go more smoothly (like reaching agreements on your own or working with a divorce mediator), but how long will it take?…
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Let’s Talk About Spousal Support in Stockton, CA
When you’re divorcing your spouse, you have the right to ask for spousal support. While every case is different, and there’s no way to predict how a judge will rule in an individual case, chances are good that if you need spousal support, the state of California will award it to you. What is Spousal…
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Collaborative Divorce in California
There’s no question about it: Divorce is tough. However, a collaborative divorce can make things easier on you, your soon-to-be ex-spouse, and your children. What is Collaborative Divorce? The term collaborative divorce refers to the process of resolving your differences together rather than fighting things out in court. It involves negotiation (and sometimes mediation) so…
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How Does a Premarital Agreement Affect Your Divorce?
Having a premarital agreement—commonly called a prenuptial agreement or prenup—can change the divorce process significantly.Not having a premarital agreement in place does not mean you won’t get a fair division of your marital property. It doesn’t mean equitable distribution won’t occur. California law requires divorcing couples to divide community property equally unless you have a…
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Divorce and Property Settlement: 5 Tips to Negotiate With Your Spouse
When you go through a divorce in California, you’ll have to go through several steps — and one of them is creating a divorce property settlement. Here’s how to negotiate during divorce so you can reach a fair, reasonable outcome. How to Negotiate During Divorce If you’re like most people, you have no idea how…
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