When it comes to the personal matter of paternity testing, discretion and confidentiality are paramount, especially for wealthy families who value their privacy. Advances in technology and medical practices have led to various reliable and discreet solutions. These methods offer peace of mind without compromising privacy, catering to the unique needs of affluent families who […]
5 Holiday Divorce Tips for Wealthy Individuals
5 Holiday Divorce Tips for Wealthy Individuals The holiday season, with its warm gatherings, festive lights, and the aroma of freshly baked cookies, evokes feelings of joy and togetherness. This season can be challenging, however, for those navigating through complex divorces, especially for high-profile individuals. Imagine the challenge of maintaining privacy and preserving […]
Protecting Your Inheritance In Your Divorce
How to Protect Your Inheritance In Your Divorce Receiving an inheritance from a family member or friend who has passed away can be a seminal moment in one’s life. The inheritance can provide significant financial help for the inheritor but can also create problems if it is not managed well. In some cases, it […]
Tax Implications in a High Net-Worth Divorce
Few family situations are more complicated than going through a divorce, but not all divorces are created equal. For example, high net worth divorces between individuals can be particularly complicated because of the complex variety of assets and liabilities that must be divided up in the divorce. Because of this, taxes and divorce in California […]
What is the role of mediation in a divorce?
By definition, a divorce breaks a family into pieces. The members of that family often have their own ideas of how that break should work out, but their ideas will likely differ from one another. Resolving those differences can be costly in both time and money, as well as in emotional and relational strains. Sometimes, […]
Divorce Custody Battles: What To Do & What To Avoid
Can I get a divorce without a custody battle? The operative word in that inquiry is “battle.” Yes, you can get a divorce without the decisions about your children’s custody elevating the temperature in the room. What you cannot do, however, is get a divorce without impacting your children in some way or another. Your […]
Protecting Your Future: Divorce And Debt Responsibility
It is an unfortunate yet well-recognized fact that the financial pressures associated with debts are a significant reason couples opt to divorce. That choice, however, does not make those pressures disappear. Conversely, debt in a divorce can make the whole process more complex. The division of marital assets is typically the main focus of a […]
How Does Infidelity Affect A Divorce in California?
Infidelity can break couples apart Of course, some couples are able to stay married and even rebuild trust. Many cannot. Our purpose in this blog is not to influence the “should” question, but to provide a foundation of what to expect if you are considering a divorce after infidelity. Is infidelity/an affair grounds for […]
FAQ – Serving and Responding to Divorce Papers
In this FAQ on divorce papers, we are going to answer some of the most common questions that we have received about initiating a divorce, especially the process of serving or responding to the initial divorce papers. Note: each state has its own rules and procedures, so the answers below are according to the laws […]
Divorce or Legal Separation: What’s the Difference?
The first thing to know when discussing this is that formal Legal Separation is a rare goal for a client to try to achieve, but it is helpful in some limited circumstances. Legal separation is designed to be a permanent separation (more about durability later) and is suitable for couples who, for example, have religious […]