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There are few experiences as painful and frustrating as divorce. The dissolution of a marriage can bring many challenges, including the confusing issue of dividing retirement assets. You may find yourself asking, “Is my wife entitled to half my 401(k)?” While the...
When divorce is on the horizon, and proceedings begin, clients tend to ask, “What assets cannot be touched in divorce?” Understanding those assets is vital to ensuring you’re financially protected during the divorce process. In the 2022-2023 fiscal year, 111,894...
It is not uncommon for family members, legal professionals, and the general public to need access to records relating to family law cases. If you are researching family law records, you may find that some records are available while others are not. This can...
Going through a divorce can be an extremely emotional and complicated event, especially when dividing assets. One of the most common misconceptions is that California requires couples to split everything evenly down the middle. It’s why many ask, “Do you have to split...
If you’re thinking, “How do I file for divorce in Santa Barbara, California?” don’t hesitate to reach out to a seasoned Santa Barbara divorce attorney about your situation. It’s understandable to feel overwhelmed or stressed out about starting the divorce process, but...
Realizing that you and your significant other are having problems can be a painful realization. Deciding your next steps is very important. You need to make sure you take the proper steps to protect yourself, but you also may not be willing to make such an irrevocable...
When a marriage ends in divorce, it can be painful for all parties involved. This can be exacerbated by the unique details of the divorce. There are several types of divorces, but the most common are contested or uncontested. If you find yourself in the midst of a...
When couples make the decision to get married, they hope it lasts forever; however, life happens and some couples find themselves seeking a divorce. Each state has their own laws regarding how and when couples can make their divorces legal, including if the couple...
Couples who find themselves divorcing have to contend with a variety of issues, such as costly litigation or long days of negotiations. If these couples have children, they have to face another major problem: co-parenting. Co-parenting should be an opportunity to...
Nobody expects to divorce when they make wedding vows. They also do not expect to have to figure out a parenting plan with their ex-spouse, either amicably or through a contentious separation. Recently separated couples will have to learn the type of co-parenting that...