Divorce is never something any two people plan on when they say “I do.” Unfortunately, life doesn’t always pan out the way we expect. Situations and people may change, and it may become necessary or inevitable to split up. No matter the circumstances surrounding a...

It’s no secret that divorce is often a messy, complex process. One of the reasons that the process is so difficult is because it can take a long time - sometimes months or years - in order for a divorce to be finalized. In California, while there isn’t much data...

Determining how custody will be shared between you and your child’s other parent can be one of the most difficult things you will ever have to do. Navigating custody is not only highly emotional, but also legally complex. If you live in California, knowing what the...

Divorce can be a highly contentious and confusing process. There are many aspects of your life that will be affected, from your relationships with your extended family and friends to your parental relationship with your kids to your finances. Finances can be...

In 2019, there were 746,971 divorces in the United States, according to the CDC/NCHS National Vital Statistics System. Throughout the country, many marriages end, and spouses must learn to navigate life after divorce, which includes learning how to live in a new...

According to the CDC/NCHS National Vital Statistics System, there were 746,971 divorces in 45 of the 50 states in 2019. For many of these couples, a divorce will ultimately improve their lives. However, it is almost always a highly emotional process. Parents who are...

Out of every 1,000 individuals, 6.5% get divorced. Divorce is a trying time. There are many factors to work through. Not only is a chapter of your life ending, but the legal process of divorce itself can be lengthy. You likely have assets to split, and sometimes there...

Although divorce is never the intended outcome, the unfortunate reality is that many marriages in the Golden State end in separation and/or divorce. Statistics from a recent American Community Survey indicate that roughly 104,000 women and 90,000 men filed for divorce...

Normal parents love their children more than life itself. Typical parents make sacrifices so their children can have a better life than they themselves have or had. Unfortunately, it’s easy to lose perspective about what’s best for children in a divorce. Emotions and...

Infidelity is one of several factors that can lead to divorce. According to a recent study by the American Psychological Association, marital infidelity is cited to be responsible for about 20-40% of divorce cases in the United States. Discovering that your partner is...