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Divorce is a life-changing event that affects your family, finances, and future in ways you might not yet see. It’s never “just” a legal process. In California, the steps you take before filing for divorce can set the tone for everything that follows, from how…

Imagine this: it’s late October, and you’ve been separated from your spouse for several months. The holidays are approaching, but instead of planning family gatherings, you’re reviewing bank statements and trying to make sense of what comes next. You and your spouse still share a…

You’re finalizing your divorce as December approaches, and you realize your tax filing status will change on January 1st. You may be wondering whether to rush through dividing property now or wait until after the holidays. If you and your spouse sell the family home…

If you’re beginning the journey of divorce in California, one of your first questions is likely, “How long will this take?” Understanding the timeline of a California divorce is important, not just for your peace of mind, but also for making informed decisions along the…

Divorce isn’t just a legal event – it’s a deeply personal turning point that can affect every area of your life: your finances, your family, your peace of mind, and your future. If you’re considering ending your marriage or you’re already in the early stages…

In California, property division during divorce follows community property principles. This generally means that anything acquired before the marriage remains separately yours, while anything acquired during the marriage is split equally between spouses. But when a home is purchased before marriage and paid down during…