Family Law Investigations: 5 Things Every Spouse Should Know
When couples go through a contested divorce, there is almost always a lot of finger pointing, accusations, and demands from both sides. For both the attorneys and the court, separating fact from fiction can sometimes be a challenge. In these cases, it’s not uncommon...
What Happens Between Filing For Divorce And The Trial?
There is often a significant period of time between when a spouse files for divorce, and when the actual divorce trial occurs, assuming that there is one. The absolute minimum amount of time between filing and trial will be six months, due to the state of California’s...
Alimony Will Not Be Deductible In 2019
As part of the tax reform bill passed by the Trump administration in 2017, alimony (AKA spousal support) will no longer be tax deductible beginning January 1st, 2019. Currently, the spouse paying alimony is able to deduct those payments from their taxes. On the other...
3 Benefits Of A Lump Sum Alimony Agreement
It’s not uncommon for alimony (aka spousal support) negotiations to engender some heated emotions during a divorce, and those feelings may not be gone once the divorce is final. The act of paying or receiving a monthly alimony check can be an unpleasant reminder of...
Why Is There A Waiting Period For Divorce In California?
Many couples in California are surprised to find out that when they file for divorce, there is a mandatory six month waiting period before their divorce can be finalized. There are no ways to legally shorten or circumvent this requirement, either. But why does this...
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