Divorce

A divorce can be stressful in and of itself. But it can get even more stressful and emotionally driven if your spouse dies before your divorces is finalized. You may have many questions, such as will the divorce continue; what happens to your marital assets; what happens to your communal debts; and do you have …

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One of the most important things that need to take place in order for a divorce to proceed smoothly and peacefully is conflict resolution. With emotions running at their highest level, the chances of getting into arguments over every little issue are pretty good. If you decide that your marriage has come to an end, …

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A divorce can be a long, drawn out battle, especially if it involves children and custody issues. One major concern that comes up in situations where child custody is at issue, is where one parent has some sort of relationship to drugs and/or drug abuse.  A common question in these types of cases is whether …

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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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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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Are you wondering what assets you are entitled to in a California divorce? If so, you are not alone. Many individuals going through the divorce process think about what property they may be entitled when filing for divorce from their spouse. California law holds that each spouse is entitled to 50 percent, or one-half, of …

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One of the main issues that married couples face during a divorce proceeding is dividing assets, especially the home they once shared. Generally, married couples purchase their home jointly. This means they obtain their loan from the bank and place the title to the property in both of their names. When a married couple files …

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