In a community property state like California, a stay-at-home parent is entitled to an equal share of the marital assets in a divorce, even if that parent has never worked outside the home. The value of each spouse's contribution may be weighed in deciding how to...
Month: April 2019
Making a success of co-parenting
The divorce process can be especially difficult for California parents who have kids together. Despite wanting to get on with life, they may face challenges related to co-parenting. There are a few ways that co-parents can make their lives and their children's lives...
Assuming a mortgage is a good option for some divorced couples
As roughly half of all marriages in California end in divorce, it's important that couples think about what they'll do if their relationships don't work out. This is especially important in regard to jointly owned real estate. Many couples purchase homes and take out...
