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Divorce Tips: How Do I Know When I'm Ready to Date Again?

Since divorcing Tom Brady last year, there have been rumors that Gisele Bündchen is dating Joaquim Valente, her Jiu Jitsu instructor. However, Bündchen has repeatedly stated that she and ...
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How Do We Tell Our Kids We're Getting Divorced?

It’s often hard enough to tell our spouse that we want a divorce, but how do we tell our kids? This is one of the toughest decisions a parent will ever have to make. Here are some things to ...
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How Do Annulments Work in California?

If you live in California and are looking to have your marriage annulled, you may be wondering how the process works. An annulment is a legal way to invalidate a marriage, and in California, an ...
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What Are the Benefits of Planning Ahead for a Divorce in California?

In California, divorce can be a difficult and contentious process. However, planning ahead can help make the divorce process go much smoother. Taking time to prepare for a potential divorce can ...
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How Does Divorce Mediation Work in California?

If you're going through a divorce in California, you may be considering mediation as an alternative to traditional courtroom litigation. Divorce mediation can be a great way to save time and ...
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Creating a Path to Safety: How Domestic Violence Victims Can Safely File for Divorce in California

Making the decision to leave an abusive relationship can be daunting and frightening, especially when you are dealing with the potential legal repercussions. But if you are a victim of domestic ...
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What Should I Do if My Spouse Cheats on Me in California?

Divorce can be a difficult process for all involved, especially after one partner has experienced infidelity. You may feel overwhelmed and uncertain about what your next steps should be. Whether ...
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How Do I Know if I Should Get a Prenuptial Agreement?

In this blog post, we'll explore some of the key questions to ask yourself when deciding whether to get a prenup. By the end, you should have a better idea of what's best for you and your ...
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Co-Parenting Tips: How Close Should Divorced Parents Live to Each Other?

Recently, world famous supermodel Gisele Bundchen bought a new home a few minutes away from her ex-husband, NFL superstar Tom Brady. According to The Fresno Bee, Bundchen, who already purchased a ...
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What Are the Most Common Causes of Divorce?

Recently, celebrity couple Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen announced that they had divorced. According to NPR, the celebrity exes announced their split on social media, and said that their divorce was ...
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How Do Donor-Advised Funds Help with Charitable Giving During Divorce in California?

According to Yahoo! News, MacKenzie Scott, billionaire philanthropist, recently donated $20 million to the Fresno Unified School District (FUSD) . Scott is the ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. ...
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Why Second Marriages Often End in Divorce

Recently, MacKenzie Scott, billionaire philanthropist and former wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, reportedly filed for divorce from her second husband. According to The Fresno Bee, Scott, who is one ...
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Does an Online Relationship Count as Cheating?

Recently, an online cheating scandal involving Adam Levine made headlines nationwide. According to Women’s Health, a magazine featuring news for and about women, Levine has been accused of ...
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What if My Spouse Dies During the Divorce Process?

There are often surprises that pop up during the divorce process. However, no one ever expects that one of those surprises will involve one of the spouses passing away before the divorce is finalized. ...
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Do Legal Separations Expire in California?

Legal separations are an alternative to divorce. They allow couples to explore what life would be like apart from one another. In many cases, legal separations only last for a short while. After ...
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Former Teen Mom Star Amber Portwood Loses Custody of Her Son

Recently, the child custody battle between former Teen Mom star Amber Portwood and her ex came to an end. According to E! News, an entertainment news media outlet, Portwood lost the custody dispute, ...
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New Law Provides Jewish Women with a Way to Escape Abusive Marriages

Earlier this year, a relatively new law in California that redefines coercive control as a form of abuse helped lead to an important courtroom victory for Jewish women trapped in abusive marriages. ...
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Why It's Important to Establish Paternity in California

Establishing the paternity of a child is far more important than some people realize. If you don’t prove who a child’s biological father is, it can have terrible consequences in the ...
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Can I Legally Move Away with My Child After a Divorce?

Following a divorce, most people want to make a fresh start. In some cases, that can mean moving to a new town, new state, or even a new country. However, if the person shares children with their ...
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Should I Get a Legal Separation or a Divorce?

Making the decision to end your marriage is one of the most difficult and important decisions you will ever make. It’s also permanent. Once you open that Pandora’s Box, there is often no ...
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What If My Spouse Denies My Spousal Abuse Claims?

The Johnny Depp and Amber Heard trial has been dominating headlines for weeks. At the heart of the dispute are allegations of abuse the former spouses have made against one another. Each has refuted ...
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What Should I Do If My Spouse Is Delaying Our Divorce?

Divorces can go smoothly if both spouses are driven to make that happen and willing to work with each other to get the process over with as soon as possible. However, many times that’s not the ...
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Should I Get a Divorce If I'm Not Attracted to My Spouse Anymore?

There are certain issues that every married couple faces. Fortunately, in many cases, couples can work through their problems and grow stronger as a result. However, that’s not always the case. ...
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What Happens If My Spouse Doesn't Want a Divorce?

Often, one spouse knows before the other that the marriage is over. Maybe it’s only over for them and their spouse thinks the marriage is fine. Or maybe they both know their marriage has issues, ...
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How Do I End a Domestic Partnership in California?

When people choose to commit to each other, that can come in several forms. Some people go the traditional route and choose to get married. Others prefer to date one another indefinitely and never get ...
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