California is a community property state, which means that when assets and debts are divided between spouses during a divorce, it’s done differently than in other states. Men often misread these specific rules which causes them to make mistakes throughout the divorce that can be detrimental long-term. Community property is generally any assets that have…
Retirement accounts are one of the most significant assets in a marriage. Many men don’t often realize that these types of accounts can be divided, even if just one spouse contributed. California has community property laws that play major roles in deciding how much each spouse receives during the divorce. Ultimately, many men view retirement…
Why Fathers Need to Protect Their Rights Early As a man, it’s common to fear losing time or decision-making power when it comes to your children during a divorce. While California is a gender-neutral state, fathers still need to be proactive when it comes to ensuring their rights as parents are untouched. A San Diego…
Divorce is such an emotionally draining process, and because of this it’s so easy to make spur of the moment decisions that may end up hurting you in the long run. This why being as strategic as you can is so important. Many men weaken their cases unintentionally by reacting on emotion or overlooking key…
Valentine’s Day can be an especially difficult time immediately after a divorce. It’s completely normal to experience feeling lonely or depressed. Trying to balance being newly single along with the uncertainty of fatherhood can be stressful beyond belief. Even if you’re going through all of these emotions, this can also be the ideal time to…
Dealing with child custody disputes can be draining, and one of the most difficult parts of the divorce process. Often times, fathers worry about possibly losing time with their children, or putting a strain on the connection they have. While this is completely valid to worry about, luckily California law operates in a way that…
The divorce process can be long and draining for everyone involved. As a man, it’s important to be aware of as much information as possible to be successful in your case. California specifically can have some complicated protocols when it comes to the divorce process so it’s even more essential that you learn as much…
A new year often means a fresh start for most people. This could be different for everyone but when looking at divorce specifically, it’s important to recognize the best ways to properly prepare yourself for the upcoming process. This is important because there are often steps overlooked or done incorrectly which can be detrimental to…
Spousal support, or alimony, is the concept of one spouse helping the other pay their expenses, sometimes temporarily and sometimes permanently. A judge can create an order determining spousal support in the event of a divorce. Understanding how the process works is essential in preparing for your own divorce and taking the right steps to…