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One of the primary considerations for any couple contemplating a divorce is how their property will be divided. While the question seems rather simple on its surface, it can become fiendishly complicated, as most couples own some property as individuals and other property jointly as a couple. Before negotiations on […]

A prenup — or, more formally, a prenuptial agreement — is an agreement entered into prior to marriage that lists the property each party owns and specifies what each party’s property rights will be upon the dissolution of the marriage. They can be an effective tool for couples looking to […]

The term “no fault divorce” is often used when discussing divorce, without further reference to its meaning. Before 1970, California had a fault-based divorce system, which required one spouse to prove that the other had engaged in wrongdoing before obtaining a divorce. California was the first state in the nation […]

When you resolve your divorce through private negotiations, mediation or a collaborative method, the process culminates with the execution of a marital settlement agreement. A marital settlement agreement is a binding legal contact that specifies the terms of your divorce (i.e. regarding property division, custody and financial support), and each […]

Child support and custody issues present unique challenges and require careful consideration in light of each family’s unique circumstances. The children’s best interests must always be the top priority; however, getting both parents to agree to what is “best” can sometimes be easier said than done, and there are statutory […]