Most couples enter into a marriage believing that they are in it for the long run. Sadly, turning this vision into a reality is simply not possible sometimes. When left with no other option than a divorce, there are many issues that you and your former partner will...
Divorce
Alimony may be a necessity in your California late-life divorce
More California couples than ever are seeking to end their long-term marriages. In many cases, a late-life (gray) divorce arises when a couple grows apart or no longer shares the same life goals. Whatever the reason for the divorce, couples married for a long time –...
A divorce could hurt your early retirement plans
People today have access to more wealth than ever before. Between cryptocurrencies and fast-growing stocks, investments may have you in a position where you and your spouse could retire early. That dream may never come to fruition if you divorce and make financial...
Is fighting for the house the right divorce strategy for you?
If you are like many people thinking about divorce, you want to protect yourself. That means keeping a fair share of your property. Your house is probably the biggest asset that you have, other than your retirement savings. Many people disagree with their spouse about...
Long-term marriages aren’t immune to divorce
Marriages that have spanned decades are often thought to be very solid. While they might have lasted through a lot, long-term marriages can sometimes end in divorce. The longer a marriage lasts, the more property the couple may have to divide. This is only one facet...
5 unexpected emotions that may accompany your divorce
Even though you may want to end your marriage as much as your spouse does, unexpected emotions often arise during your California divorce. We have seen many New York residents that were excited about getting divorced fall apart during the process. Unfortunately, when...
Yes, you need to talk to your teenager about divorcing
Divorce is hard for everyone, but one group of people who may be overlooked includes older teenagers. Older teens are getting close to adulthood and may even be preparing to move out of the home. Their parents may not believe that they need much support or that they...
Why is the divorce rate falling?
The divorce rate is dropping. In just 2019, a report came out saying that it had recently hit a 40-year low. Clearly, despite all the concerns people voiced in previous generations about the rising divorce rates, the trend has been in the opposite direction. But why...
3 ways gray divorce can be different than earlier divorces
Divorce is never easy, but certain circumstances can make the process harder for you. Having small children will often make divorce more complex, but waiting until later in life to file doesn't guarantee an easier process. When you are close to or over the age of...
What role can cyberstalking play in a California divorce?
The internet often plays a role in modern divorces. People sometimes discover infidelity on social media when their spouse saves inappropriate chats with another person. Others use the internet to track down crucial financial records so that they can leave behind an...