There are often many property division challenges in a San Diego divorce. This is especially true when the former spouses have substantial assets or one of them owns their own business. What are some of the most complex issues to resolve during the community property division process? Retirement Assets One of the most common financial issues in a divorce is…
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Minimize Financial Risks During Your Divorce
What steps can you take to minimize financial risks during your divorce? What do you need to know about financial aspects of your divorce and the basis for making sound decisions? Some California couples going through a divorce might be familiar with the process because of prior marriages. However, most of those contemplating or going through a divorce are unfamiliar…
Many Millennials Seeking Prenuptial Agreements
Is it a surprise to you that the trend of many millennials seeking prenuptial agreements has changed what was once an almost “taboo” subject? 10 years ago, few California couples wanted to “discuss the potential end of their marriage” before they even exchange their vows. However, a prenuptial agreement requires exactly that type of important discussion. Prenups allow people who…
How will the Finances Work During Your Divorce?
How will the finances work during your divorce? It is important to give careful consideration to your finances and to take important steps to prepare for an impending divorce. It is important to understand that each spouse owes the other a “fiduciary duty” when it comes to every financial aspect of the divorce. This requires each spouse to “act in…
How are Social Security Benefits Managed in a Carlsbad Divorce?
How are Social Security benefits managed in a Carlsbad divorce? The number of divorces in couples over the age of 55 often referred to as “Gray Divorces” has significantly increased over the past several years. Usually the couple has been married for quite some time and crucial issues in the divorce include the division of community property, business ownership, spousal…
How to Divide the Marital Home in a Carlsbad Divorce
Couples who divorce in Carlsbad or North County often own a home as part of their marital property. Depending on the couple’s situation, the home may represent the largest single asset that will be divided in the resulting property division. California is a community property state, meaning the assets deemed to be a part of the marital estate will be…
What to Think About When Preparing for a Carlsbad Divorce
What should you think about when preparing for a Carlsbad divorce? Based upon our decades of experience in North County and Carlsbad divorce cases, here are a few things to consider as you are thinking about or preparing for your divorce: 1. Though more than 80% of Californians begin their divorce without an attorney, less than half are able to…
Insights into a North County Divorce Mediation
Are you searching for insights into a North County divorce mediation? How does the process work and why should you consider mediation in your case? Mediation is an excellent tool for reducing the time and cost required to complete your divorce, and to actually make the process a bit easier to endure emotionally. A successful mediation will not only shield…
What are the Steps to a Divorce in Carlsbad and North County?
What are the steps to a divorce in Carlsbad and North County and what should you do to begin your planning and preparation? While every divorce in Carlsbad, Oceanside or Encinitas is unique there is a common process all divorces must follow here in San Diego. The basic process includes the initial filing, financial disclosures by the parties, negotiation and/or…
How Do You Handle a Family Business During a Divorce
How do you handle a family business during a divorce? Can you keep the business running while ownership and associated property division issues are resolved? California business owners who get divorced will face crucial issues regarding the viability and division of a family owned company or business. This is why it is so important to consider a prenuptial agreement to…