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One major part of a California divorce is the division of all properties that was acquired by either spouse. In California, all assets that the spouses acquire while they are married are presumed to be community property. All other property acquired by a spouse before marriage, during the marriage by gift or after separation is …

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When a couple says “I Do”, the last thing they may think about is getting a divorce. Married couples generally envision a lasting marriage and happy future together. Unfortunately, not all marriages last and divorce is always a possibility. Although there is no way to foresee the end of a marriage, there are some common …

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When you file for a divorce in California, the laws of the state apply to all aspects of the divorce, including child support, child custody arrangements and property division. It is possible to get a divorce in one state if your spouse lives in another. But it is best to do itwith the help of …

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Divorce proceedings can get very confusing and complicated for military couples. Understanding the issues involved in a military divorce can allow you to make better decisions and allow for fairer outcomes. Military divorces are generally different than civilian divorces because they involve additional legal issues. It is best to hire an experienced military divorce attorney …

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Getting married is a big decision for most couple – especially if one party has property, a business, or other major separate assets. In some cases, it may be appropriate to come to some sort of agreement before marriage in order to protect the spouse’s assets. This is known as a prenuptial agreement. In other …

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Not all marriages are meant to last. In fact, in some cases, a marriage may be very short-lived and the couple may be entitled to an annulment. California law allows a court to legally declare a marriage null and void. In other words, a court can annul a marriage when it agrees that it is …

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During a California divorce proceeding, you will need to make a lot of decisions about your future. If you have children, you will need to make important decisions that may impact not only yourself, but also the lives of your children. Two important decisions involve child custody and child support. These two primary areas must …

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Going through a divorce process is rarely easy. Tensions run high and spouses often make decisions in the heat of the moment that can seriously impact their case. Given the amount of financial, practical and emotional details that must be dealt with during a divorce process, it is not surprising that individuals filing for divorce …

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