Monthly Archives: August 2024
Community Property in California
California recognizes a “community property” model, meaning that property and debt acquired during the course of the marriage are considered to belong to both spouses and should be divided equally. However, there are important exceptions. Separate property: The courts recognize that an asset or debt acquired before the marriage, as well as gifts or… Read More »
Breach of Fiduciary Duty in Divorce
California law imposes on a married couple a duty to act as a fiduciary to the other. What this means, is that spouses have a legal obligation to act in good faith with one another to ensure fair dealing between them, and to avoid taking unfair advantage of the other.The California Family Code sections… Read More »
Vital Things People Often Forget When Planning a High Net Worth Divorce
Divorce is often emotional, complicated, and a lengthy process. There are several key components of a divorce that many do not foresee or think to plan for. This is why it can be so advantageous to engage with an experienced divorce attorney from the start who can help you strategize the best steps forward… Read More »