Monthly Archives: September 2024
The Importance of the Date of Separation
The date of separation in a California divorce can significantly impact your financial future. It might seem like a small detail, but in reality, it is a crucial marker that can affect how your assets and debts are divided. California is a community property state, which generally means that both individuals in the marriage… Read More »
The Power of Forensic Accounting in Divorce
Forensic accounting in a divorce case is a process of thoroughly analyzing a couple’s financial estate to help ensure that the division of assets and property is fair and equitable. There are several key benefits of forensic accounting in divorce: Locating hidden assets: A forensic accountant can search for any assets that may have… Read More »
Changing Your Mind About Divorce?
Changing your mind about filing for divorce is more common than you might think. Even couples who make the tough decision to file the paperwork can have a change of heart and reconcile. There are some key things to think about before you make the decision to withdraw your divorce petition. Mutual agreement –… Read More »
Hiding, Diverting, and Stealing Assets Amidst Divorce
While divorce is bound to come with its fair share of arguments and contention, it adds a new wrinkle to the chaos when you believe that your spouse is, or may try, to hide, divert, or steal assets. And with a relationship that is breaking down it is easy to imagine a situation where… Read More »
Dividing a Business in Divorce
The economic climate can have a profound impact on how a business is divided in divorce. A business often represents one of the most valuable assets in a marriage and deciding how to handle it during a divorce is rarely straightforward. This article highlights the several options that spouses can explore to reach an… Read More »
Diffusing Negotiations When Divorcing Parties Want to Fight
A divorce settlement deals with very significant and personal issues. Where are you going to be able to afford to live? Will the relationship with your children be affected? Will you still be able to retire when you planned to? Every aspect of a person’s life will be affected moving forward – and much… Read More »