Going through a divorce in California can devastate your finances. In addition to the cost of the divorce and splitting assets and debts, many newly divorced individuals struggle because their ex-spouse may have been responsible for paying bills and saving. To...
Divorce
What are the six emotional stages of divorce?
Divorce is akin to death for many Californians. It's normal to experience conflicting emotions; these are the six stages of divorce. Denial Denial is normal during a divorce. It's usually a stronger emotion when your spouse tells you they want a divorce. You may even...
What are your options for resolving a partnership dispute?
If you co-own a California business, success is your ultimate goal. However, personalities sometimes clash and professional issues might arise. Fortunately, if you and your business partner run into a dispute, you have several options for resolving it. Mediation...
How a gray divorce affects your financial outlook
For many California couples divorcing after age 50 can be a stunning life change. Separation is often contentious and complex if spouses have been married for years and share common assets. Gray divorce numbers are expected to triple the amount of the previous thirty...
Promoting respect for your child’s father after divorce
Even after the split has been finalized, many parents in California struggle to co-parent effectively and foster an environment of respect between their child and their former spouse. However, the child must understand that even though their parents may no longer be...
Divorce and its impact on children
The divorce process can have a variety of effects on children. In many cases, California siblings can react to their parents’ divorce in significantly different ways. Parents should be aware of this and be prepared to support their children through the process. The...
Don’t forget these 3 things when planning a divorce in California
Staying organized and preparing in advance makes going through the divorce process less stressful. To file a divorce in California, you need to submit two forms: a petition and a summons. In some situations, you might require financial assistance from your spouse...
When to recommend a forensic accountant to a divorcing client
For divorcing California couples, untangling their assets and liabilities can be complex. Forensic accountants use an objective and realistic approach to help couples divide their finances. Divorcing couples often face mistrust and anger issues, especially when...
How to cope with the pain of a divorce
Divorce can be an arduous process, even when you're the one who wants a divorce. Many people experience grief over how things turned out with someone they once thought they would spend the rest of their lives with. And sometimes, this grief can be prolonged by the...
All you need to know about spousal support
When California couples divorce, the court might order spousal support for one party. It’s important to know how this is determined and how long a person can receive it. What is spousal support? Spousal support is ordered as payment to one party, and it can be either...