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Having both parents as pillars to lean on for strength and guidance is pivotal in helping a child feel whole during their formative years. But in the wake of divorce, while California law equally upholds both parties’ parental rights, it also sets additional...
Divorce can be a stressful and emotionally challenging experience, and it is important to prioritize self-care during this time. Here are some reasons self-care is so important, especially during a divorce. Reduce stress Divorce can be a significant source of stress,...
Going through a divorce can be a life-altering chapter. While the start of a marriage is generally flooded with positive emotions, such as happiness and excitement for the future, the end of the marriage is a complete unknown. From stress and worry to relief and...
Many people make it their goal to keep their home as they get divorced. There are certainly ways to do this, such as buying out your ex’s share of the house or even becoming co-owners after the divorce so that your children can keep living there. It is certainly...
Many married couples will commingle – or mix together – all of their finances. They will open a joint bank account where they get direct deposit for their paychecks. They will pay the bills out of this account and use it to keep things like bonuses, gifts, money that...
As a family unit, you likely made crucial decisions involving your children together with your spouse. When you go separate ways after divorce, which parent retains the power to decide pertinent matters affecting the children, such as medical procedures? Do you still...
Divorce can be a challenging process, even for those who have gone through it before. You may discover new realities that may affect your life significantly. For this reason, you should be prepared when you realize you may be headed for a divorce. Here is how you can...
Post-divorce relationships can range from peaceful to contentious. Seeing a spouse in public following a marital dissolution can also be awkward. Others carrying strong emotional attachments find themselves reliving the pain of the relationship ending. Far too many...
You may think that you automatically have to sell your home when you get divorced. After all, you know that you and your spouse are supposed to split up the assets that you own. It seems like the only way to “divide” a home is to sell the home and then divide the...
In divorce cases, parents who are splitting up will have to determine where the child is going to live. If they cannot come to an agreement, the court can help make a ruling. This is known as physical custody. One thing that couples will sometimes worry about is that...