Complex assets still affect your tax standing and affect your division regarding finances after a divorce. If you live in California, you may have assets that include 401(k)s, annuities, IRAs and even pensions. It is essential to understand precisely how to divide...
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How can you protect your pension during a divorce?
When you file for divorce in California, it can seem like everything's up for grabs. You don't mind giving up some assets, but you want to keep as much of your pension as possible. You worked for years to earn your retirement fund. Why should you lose half of it in a...
Is divorce mediation worth it?
Many people in California have heard of mediation. But when they file for divorce, they're hesitant to go through with it. How can they be expected to sit down and negotiate with the person that they're trying to get away from? What many people don't realize is that...
Reasons that second and third marriages end in divorce
Most people in California are aware that a staggering number of marriages end in divorce. In fact, about half of first marriages in the U.S. will fail. The numbers look even worse for subsequent marriages. About two-thirds of second marriages and as many as...
How can you protect your child’s college fund during a divorce?
If you're filing for divorce in California, everything can be up in the air, including your child's education. If your spouse wants to get back at you or your child, they might deliberately sabotage their college education. Here's how you can protect your child's...
Custody mediation: How the process works and items to keep in mind
Divorce in California and around the country can be a very daunting and lengthy process. Fortunately, there are ways to ensure that constant communication is active between yourself and your ex-spouse. One of the most common ways to shorten the length of the divorce...
What is a mediated divorce and what are the benefits?
For some couples filing for divorce in California, mediation may be out of the question. Why would they want to have a civil discussion with the person that they're trying to get away from? However, mediation doesn't mean "giving in" or letting a former spouse walk...
Common mistakes that older couples make when filing for divorce
In a lot of ways, filing for divorce in California can be harder on older couples than it is on couples in their 20s. After being married for a certain length of time, many couples start assuming that they'll be with their spouses forever. When their marriages end,...
Understanding collaborative divorce
The United States has an adversarial court system. In both civil and criminal cases, two sides fight issues out. Lawyers on either side advocate for their clients. This system has endured because, in most cases, it's very effective. But it's not always ideal for...
What should divorcing couples know about property division?
When filing for divorce in California, both parties should be aware of the definition of community property. This consists of property and financial assets that were acquired during the marriage. The assets are owned by both parties regardless of who actually bought...