Divorce

Civility is the act of showing regard for others by being polite, even to the extent of speaking kindly to someone who has hurt your feelings. The word civility comes…

Litigants who wish to terminate a marriage in California must serve paperwork, called a petition and summons, on their spouse. The paperwork must be filed with the court before it…

There comes a time when it becomes clear that the next step is away from the marriage. For many, this is a very difficult and uncertain step to take. Trying…

As we enter a new year, reevaluations of the status of our lives become prominent. People tend to reassess career goals, finances and relationships from the viewpoint of their health…

Family life post-divorce is not without its challenges, and a pertinent issue during the holiday season is the custody arrangement. When Christmas, Thanksgiving, birthdays, or school vacations are approaching, parents…

Property Division: California is a community property state, which means that assets acquired during the marriage are generally divided equally in a divorce. Older couples may have accumulated significant assets…

In answering questions for many clients considering divorce, I found there are a number of myths that need to be dispelled. This article is an attempt to address some key…