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Are There Residency Requirements for a California Divorce?

Any type of divorce is an emotionally challenging process. However, part of these proceedings is understanding all the legal requirements to end your marriage. One of the most important prerequisites to a divorce is meeting California’s residency requirements. Before filing, you want to make sure that the county has jurisdiction over the case. Here is…

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Understanding California Divorce and Inheritance Issues

Are you worried that your inheritance could be divided up in the divorce proceedings? Generally, inheritance is not regarded as marital property in California. According to the state’s community property laws, assets obtained through inheritance by one spouse are recognized as separate property. They are not liable to be divided in the event of a…

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The Ultimate Guide to Property Law in California Divorces

The Ultimate Guide to Property Law in California Divorces The division of property and debts plays a significant role in divorce proceedings and is a leading cause of contention among spouses seeking divorce. Property isn’t just physical items where divorce law is concerned. Property can be tangible items like a house, car, or furniture, but…

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An Unmarried Father’s Parental Rights in California

An Unmarried Father’s Parental Rights in California Thousands of babies are born to unmarried couples in California every year. The number currently sits at 37% but is rising as familial norms are shifting away from the outdated notion that babies shouldn’t be born out of wedlock. However, when a baby is born to unmarried parents,…

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6 Steps to Financially Prepare for a Divorce in California

6 Steps to Financially Prepare for a Divorce in California A divorce is never easy, regardless of how amicable it may be. Separating your life from your soon-to-be former spouse’s will take a toll on your emotions, family, and finances. While nothing can make a divorce painless, preparing financially for a divorce is essential to…

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Marital Property Tracing Methods In Divorce

Marital Property Tracing Methods In Divorce Many families and spouses have complicated financial situations involving assets that each spouse earned prior to the marriage or purchased using their separate assets. Dividing your family’s assets into categories of “yours, mine, and ours” often requires careful planning and attention to detail while the marriage is healthy. When…