When California parents go through a divorce, their children always feel the effects. However, there are some steps parents can take to prioritize the needs of their children during and after their divorce. Understanding how to keep your divorce child-centered can...
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Dealing with the contrasting emotions of divorce
A divorce may be a legal procedure, but it is fraught with stressful emotions at every turn. Managing these emotions on top of the process of your divorce can be challenging enough, but the many emotions you might face at the same time are often opposite of each...
What is your standard of living?
A significant part of the divorce process involves planning for and adjusting to the changes it will bring to your life. Regardless of whether these changes are large or small, financial or physical, they can affect your overall standard of living. It is helpful to...
Why it might be best to avoid the 50/50 co-parenting schedule
California parents who are divorced aim to focus on what’s best for their young children. Agreeing on a co-parenting schedule is a great way to do that. It might seem second-nature to go with the 50/50 plan, but it might be best to avoid it for various reasons....
How to handle divorce and your medical practice in California
In California and many other states, all assets and liabilities acquired during the marriage or the appreciation in separate property brought about by the other partner are all subject to division during divorce. If you have a medical practice, your partner may be...
How to have a child-centered divorce in California
When a family goes through a divorce, it is often difficult for the children. They may feel like they are stuck in the middle or like they are to blame for what happened. It is important that divorcing parents put their children first and have a child-centered...
Do you need to work with a CDFA?
The role of a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst can be important when going through a divorce. Working with a CDFA in California can be daunting, but the peace of mind they offer is immeasurable. Among the benefits of working with a CDFA is valuing marital property...
What to know about divorce mediation
If you are planning on ending your marriage, you may believe that your best option is to do so in a California courtroom. However, it may actually be in your best interest to craft a divorce settlement with the help of a mediator. What to expect during divorce...
How can separate property become marital property
It might be hard for California couples to make the distinction between “yours” and “ours” in a marriage. However, there’s a distinct separation between marital property and individual property, also known as separate property. Defining marital property and separate...
Is it time to modify your child support order?
In California, a child support order is a legally binding document that dictates how much money a non-custodial parent must pay to help support their child. In some cases, the original order may no longer be appropriate due to a change in the parents' situation. If...
