California couples who are approaching or beginning the divorce process are usually prepared for a series of negotiations over marital property. Those with children anticipate struggles over child custody and support. However, many spouses are surprised at the...
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Month: October 2012
Is domestic violence against men on the rise in California?
In California and across the rest of the nation, many spouses struggle to sustain a marriage that is undermined by acts of domestic violence. While the traditional stereotype of such behavior is a woman abused by her husband, recent studies suggest that domestic...
What is a collaborative divorce, and is it right for you?
Often, by the time a California couple has reached the point of moving forward with a divorce, collaboration is the last thing on their minds. However, spouses may want to consider structuring their divorce process in a collaborative manner, as the benefits of such an...
Property division: McCourt divorce headed back to court
California sports fans may have followed the headline-grabbing divorce between Dodgers owners Frank McCourt and Jamie McCourt. The process took two years to settle, and included contention over a prenuptial agreement as well as the valuation of assets. While the...
Reality TV child custody case making new headlines
Divorce can be a challenge, no matter how badly the split is sought or how prepared the spouses feel to move forward. When you factor in issues of child custody, the situation can quickly become very contentious and bitter. Fortunately for most California parents,...