Many times, when people are handed divorce papers, the evitable question arises which is “What is this divorce going to cost me?” We have some insight into how divorce will affect you, financially and emotionally. Financial Cost “How much is this literally going to cost me?” Divorce can get expensive in California. An average divorce, even if it's not heavily litigated, costs $15,000 … [Read more...] about How Much is This Divorce Going to Cost Me?
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Dividing the Debt in a Divorce
A divorce can be strenuous for all parties involved and there could be difficult issues you may not have anticipated. There could be infidelity, addiction, and even debts that you weren’t aware of. One of those most complicated issues can be the division of debts. How do you divide the debt in a divorce? What about a debt you didn’t know about? Here are a few tips that can … [Read more...] about Dividing the Debt in a Divorce
How to Find the Right Attorney for You
You’ve been served divorce papers and don’t know where to begin. Your friends and family have given you suggestions, but you’re not sure who to hire. Picking an attorney does not have to be a difficult or stressful process if you keep a few things in mind. Here are a few tips on where to begin. Consider a Collaborative Divorce Attorney Finding a collaboratively trained divorce attorney is … [Read more...] about How to Find the Right Attorney for You
Most Common Causes of Divorce
Divorce is something nobody plans for when they marry their significant other. In fact, many couples vow to never even consider divorce. Unfortunately, there is a 50% chance that new marriages will end in divorce. Common issues are often the cause of a break-up but there are solutions if both parties are willing to cooperate with one another. Here are the three most common causes of divorce, and … [Read more...] about Most Common Causes of Divorce
Why a Couple Should Consider Getting a Prenuptial Agreement
Prenuptial Agreements get a bad reputation in the media and they are almost always directly related to a bitter divorce. If you or your partner are considering getting a prenup, we are here to assure you that this should not overshadow a significant event such as a wedding. In fact, a Prenuptial Agreement can address uncomfortable or difficult conversations that all couples need to have … [Read more...] about Why a Couple Should Consider Getting a Prenuptial Agreement