In California, if one spouse, 'the petitioner', files for Divorce, does the other spouse, 'the respondent', have to leave the communal home? The simple answer is 'NO'. The 'respondent' has a choice: to voluntarily leave the home to stay in the home to file a restraining order if there is … Read more about Divorce & Leaving the Communal Home in California
What is Community Property in a California Divorce?
Sometimes it can be hard to understand what property is considered 'community' in a California Divorce and what is not. Here are some helpful guidelines: assets that were purchased during the marriage (from the date of marriage to the date of separation) are usually considered 'community' … Read more about What is Community Property in a California Divorce?
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
A California Divorce with Property
If the partners in a California Divorce have acquired property during the marriage and before their separation date, then the property is usually subject to the community property laws in the state. The term 'property' means: physical property such as a house or condominium retirement plans … Read more about A California Divorce with Property
What is Limited Scope and How is it Used in California?
In California, the 'limited scope' law can be used for both family law and civil matters . This law basically gives lawyers the ability to help people with partial or specific legal tasks, based on a contractual agreement, and charge a flat fee for the service. Limited scope can be used for family … Read more about What is Limited Scope and How is it Used in California?
When it comes to a California Divorce, It’s the Process that Counts
When it comes to politics, it's 'the economy'...and, likewise, when it comes to Divorce, 'it's the process'! In fact, 'the process' is the most important part of a California Divorce. It's also the part that is seldom discussed! Document services go to great lengths to talk about the Divorce … Read more about When it comes to a California Divorce, It’s the Process that Counts
What is Legal Separation?
In California, couples do not have to file for Legal Separation in order to Divorce—one party can simply file for Divorce. However, some couples do not wish to file for Divorce and may file for a Legal Separation for a number of reasons. 1. One's religious beliefs may not allow for Divorce. 2. … Read more about What is Legal Separation?
What is an Annulment?
An Annulment voids the marriage as if it never took place. The similarity between an Annulment and a Divorce is that at the end of both processes, the parties can remarry. However, that’s where the similarities end. Divorce in California does NOT require grounds. Annulment in California DOES require … Read more about What is an Annulment?
