Your California Divorce is easiest if: Your spouse is cooperative You do not have children, property or support issues You have a short marriage Most courts do not require a court appearance when the parties are cooperative and there are no issues. The filing fee to the court still … Read more about Getting Divorced in California–Easy or Hard?
How Much does a Divorce Cost in California?
When faced with the prospect of Divorce, most people want to know 'how much it will cost?'. There are 3 variables that contribute to the cost of a Divorce: You and Your Spouse: Are you and your spouse cooperative and reasonable?In a cooperative Divorce, also called an 'uncontested' divorce, … Read more about How Much does a Divorce Cost in California?
Grounds for Divorce in California
California is a pure 'no fault' state and as such does not require 'grounds' for Divorce. In addition it does not require that the parties live separately for a period of time in order to file for Divorce. 'Fault' in Divorce means that someone is at fault for the breakdown of the marriage and … Read more about Grounds for Divorce in California
How to know if your Divorce is Recognized in California
Divorce is recognized in California even when it is finalized in another state. This is despite the fact that other states may have much easier requirements for Divorce than California. The 'full faith and credit' provision in the United States Constitution allows for this recognition between … Read more about How to know if your Divorce is Recognized in California
The Healthcare Issue in a Divorce with Children
Healthcare is an issue in a Divorce with children. By providing health insurance for children, families can avoid potential catastrophic healthcare costs. Approximately two-thirds of bankruptcies involve healthcare associated debt. In addition, the effect of Divorce on children can be minimized … Read more about The Healthcare Issue in a Divorce with Children
A Smart Divorce in California
For most people, Divorce is a 'first time' experience and as such they really don't know what to expect. In order to assure that your Divorce is a 'smart Divorce' follow these guidelines: consult with an experienced Divorce Attorney so you have a firm understanding of your issues and a … Read more about A Smart Divorce in California
Will your Spouse Pay your Divorce Attorney Fees
When the parties to a Divorce are not in agreement, one spouse will often ask that their Attorney fees be paid by the other party. Here's how it works: either the petitioner or the respondent can ask for the other party to pay their legal fees if one party has significantly more assets and … Read more about Will your Spouse Pay your Divorce Attorney Fees
Easy California Divorce
Although Divorce is never easy, it can be made easier if you understand how a California Divorce works. Basically, there are 3 types of Divorces: Default Divorces (the respondent does not respond); there are 2 types: defaults with issues or defaults without issues Uncontested Divorces (the … Read more about Easy California Divorce