Orange County Family Law Attorney
Divorces are complicated, and it’s easy to focus on making sure you get a piece of big assets, like the house, your investment accounts, and the vehicles. Don’t overlook the retirement accounts! Retirement accounts can represent a huge asset, but many spouses don’t think about them, especially if …
Don’t Overlook Your Spouse’s Retirement Plan During a Divorce – Understanding the QDRORead More
Your marriage may be coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean you also have to lose your business. It’s not uncommon for spouses to demand ownership stakes in a business. Can you imagine having to work with your ex to make major business decisions or having him sell his share to a competitor? In a …
Divorce can put a major strain on finances. This is particularly true in Orange County, where the cost of living is high and the median home cost is over $700,000. Spousal support is often a significant issue in determining the well-being of both parties in a divorce -- the person paying support and …
Your husband may not be biologically related to your children, but he has been like a father to them throughout your marriage. In fact, he might be the only father they’ve ever known. Now that divorce is on the horizon, you may wonder if it is possible to get child support for your children from …
Will Your Ex-Husband Have to Pay Child Support for His Step-Children?Read More
Whether your divorce is a surprise or a long-expected event, there are certain steps you should take at the start of a divorce to protect yourself, your children, and your finances. This is not to say you should empty your bank account or home, but there are reasonable steps you should take to …
When it comes to New Year's resolutions, "get divorced" is certainly not as common as "go to the gym." Although it may seem odd, it's also fairly common. January is the most with the most divorce filings. Here are three reasons why you might want to jump on the bandwagon: 1) New Year, New …
In 2015, the Supreme Court changed the landscape of marriage in America by giving same-sex couples the right to marry across the nation. This was a monumental victory for equality and for the power of love. Unfortunately, even the brightest of flames can eventually sputter and go out. Not every …
The Biggest Financial Challenges of Same-Sex DivorceRead More
If your spouse owns a business, you may have a right to a portion of that business’s value if you get divorced. The key question then becomes, how much is the business worth? This can be a very difficult question to answer. A business is more than just the value of its equipment and furniture. Its …
How to Evaluate Your Spouse’s Business During a DivorceRead More
Many of the largest divorce issues are related to your financial situation and the way that you divide marital property/debt. It's no secret that Orange County is home to many wealthy families, and a divorce or separation can be a financial nightmare if you're not careful. Valuations of even the …
Collaborative divorce is a good option for separating spouses if saving money is a top priority to both parties. Collaborative divorce means that there is no court or judge involved in your case. You will use attorneys, therapists, child-custody specialists, and financial experts to settle all …
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