Post-Divorce Finance Attorney Advice: A Legal Perspective on Financial Stability and Life Insurance After Divorce in California
Divorce is more than the dissolution of a marriage—it’s a financial unraveling that can leave both parties grappling with new realities. In California, where community property laws govern the division of assets and debts, understanding post-divorce finances is critical. Amid the stress of dividing property, establishing child custody, and negotiating alimony during or after a […]
Factors California courts consider when awarding spousal support
When you make the decision to part ways with your spouse in California, you may wonder whether you are going to be able to stay afloat financially without your former partner’s income. If you have such fears, you may decide to pursue spousal support from your ex when you divorce. According to the California Courts, […]
The Alimony Issue: California’s Approach to Spousal Support Orders
Alimony is one of the most well-known potential outcomes of a divorce. You might be worried about being forced to pay more than you can afford or any of the other horror stories you hear about from movies and TV. However, there’s much more to this subject than what you’ll learn from pop culture. Keep […]
How spousal support is determined
Alimony can be one of the most contentious parts of any divorce. People in California should understand that spousal support is not doled out randomly. There are several factors the court will take into account in determining whether one partner should receive support and how much it should be. These include the lifestyle the person […]
Understanding how Marvin actions could affect your break-up
Common-law marriage is not recognized in California as it is in several states. In states where common law marriage is recognized, couples who have been living together as though they were married may have rights to each others’ property and to financial support when they break up. However, parties who have been living together as […]
Taxes on spousal support in California
Whether you must pay federal taxes on spousal support depends on when you were divorced. For older divorces, it may also depend on how well you negotiated with your ex-spouse. California state taxes have different rules than federal ones on spousal support taxes. Divorces before Dec. 31, 2018 If your divorce occurred before Dec. 31, […]
What happens if I fall behind on my alimony payments?
If you have fallen behind on your spousal support in California, you can face legal and financial consequences. State law creates space for recourse in most situations, but you will want to act quickly to avoid further complications. Understanding the laws surrounding late and delinquent alimony payments can help you plan your expectations. Consequences of […]
Can California’s palimony law provide you with financial support?
If you currently live with someone, but the two of you have not married or established a registered domestic partnership, you need to know about a law unique to California. Known as the palimony law, it allows you, under some circumstances, to obtain property and spousal support from your significant other should your relationship end. […]
The role of alimony after divorce
Although an individual might not feel comfortable with providing ongoing financial support to an ex, spousal support is an integral part of California family law. Paying alimony should not be viewed as a punishment, just as receiving support is not considered winning in divorce. Unfortunately, many people do view it as such. Understanding what topics […]
California initiative proposes limits on alimony
Spousal support is a sensitive subject that many people feel very strongly about. Many people agree that alimony is important for spouses who earned less or left the workforce altogether. Others feel that alimony payments are too high or last for too long. In California, a new initiative could significantly change how judges handle this […]