How is a business valuation determined in a North County Divorce? How is a business or professional practice handled in a Carlsbad divorce? The first question regarding a business or professional practice in a divorce will be the nature of the asset itself. Is it “community property” or a “separate asset” under California law? Generally speaking, property (including the ownership…
Why do I need an experienced divorce attorney in Carlsbad or anywhere in North County San Diego? This question is asked by the vast majority of those who seek divorce here and across California. This is evidenced by the fact that 80% of Californians attempt to handle divorce on their own, filing their own paperwork for the divorce. The lesser…
Mediation is a good option when anger issues remain during your divorce. There are often issues of resentment, bitterness and other negative emotions during the course of a North County or Carlsbad divorce. While these may be obvious responses to the issues which lead to the end of a marriage, decisions taken in the midst of emotion are most often…
When you know “it’s time” our Certified Family Law Specialists are here to guide you through the process of a divorce. Burke & Domercq works to protect your interests and to achieve the best possible outcome in your case. We understand it’s difficult to see through the challenge in front of you. We’ve represented North County clients before our local…
What do you need to know about visitation rights or “parenting time” as a parent in a North County or Carlsbad Divorce? Even if a parent in California is denied child custody, they generally receive visitation rights. Ideally, both parents will play a role in their child’s life regardless of who has formal custody. In many cases, a judge could…
What is the economic emotional and time saving impact of mediation in a divorce? In order to complete your divorce in North County including Carlsbad, Vista, Encinitas, Oceanside and Escondido every issue contained within the settlement agreement must be completely resolved. This includes (but is not limited to): Division of all assets and liabilities including the family home Child custody…
What is the Goodwill associated with a business in divorce and why does it matter? Goodwill is a term which is generally associated with the intangible benefits one or both of the spouses bring to a community property owned business or professional practice. Goodwill is considered as a separate issue from the valuation of the business asset itself, or from…
Divorce rates may have stabilized for many age groups, but those above the age of 50 are experiencing a rapid increase as the number of “Gray Divorce” cases here in Carlsbad and across California continues to increase. There are many things to consider in a Gray divorce and this is why it is important to seek the advice and counsel…
You should never believe your spouse’s valuation of their business or professional practice in a Carlsbad or North County San Diego divorce. Many businesses, LLCs, corporations and professional practices establish a value of an ownership interest in the corporate documents of the entity. These values are usually fictitiously low and will not hold up to the scrutiny of a divorce.…
What is the impact of domestic violence on a divorce in Carlsbad, Oceanside, Encinitas or North County San Diego? Domestic violence can impact many aspects of a divorce in San Diego from child custody and parenting time to spousal support, the division of community property and even the ability to cost-effectively negotiate the terms of your divorce. Domestic violence allegations…