December 14, 2025 / Divorce

Alcohol Abuse and Divorce Rates in California

The effects of alcohol on a person’s health and life continue to be a significant national health crisis. Alcohol abuse has an especially detrimental impact on families and is a contributing factor to many divorce cases in California. Understanding the legal and social impact of alcohol abuse on the divorce process is crucial for those […]

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December 10, 2025 / High-Net-Worth Divorce

Holidays and Your High-Net-Worth Divorce

Holidays represent unique challenges in high-net-worth divorces. You may be trying to account for additional expenses, extended vacations, end-of-year bonuses, and other issues that require an experienced legal advocate on your side who can help you account for your and your family’s needs during the holiday season. This article discusses some of the legal issues […]

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December 8, 2025 / Divorce

What Jurisdictional Issues Should I Expect in Multi-State, High-Value Divorces?

High-value divorces are complex because they involve substantial assets, business interests, tax concerns, and intricate marital estates. Sometimes, divorce can span multiple states, which increases the complexity even more. In fact, jurisdictional issues about which state (or states) have the legal authority to hear and decide the case can significantly influence the outcome of certain […]

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December 1, 2025 / Divorce

Rethinking “Staying Together for the Kids”

For many parents, the phrase “We’re staying together for the kids” begins as a promise — a sign of selfless sacrifice meant to preserve the appearance of stability, protect childhood innocence, and provide a loving home under one roof. But what if that well-intentioned decision comes at a greater cost than staying apart? As research […]

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October 23, 2025 / Divorce / Military Divorce / Spousal Support

How Is Spousal Support Calculated for Spouses With Very High Incomes?

High net worth divorces come with unique needs and challenges, including spousal support. Because there may be multiple streams of income and professional business interests involved, it can be more challenging to calculate an appropriate amount of support in these cases. However, legal guidelines can help determine what is fair, and a lawyer can help […]

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October 6, 2025 / Child Custody

What Is a Child Custody Calendar?

A child custody calendar is a detailed schedule that specifies when and where a child will spend time with each parent. It helps parents organize physical custody and visitation in custody arrangements. The calendar is crucial in cases of joint or sole physical custody to ensure clarity and reduce conflicts between parents. This comprehensive guidance […]

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September 12, 2025 / Divorce

Complex Divorces and Family Assets: Protecting Wealth Across Generations

Divorce is never easy, but it can be all the more difficult when large family assets are involved. For some families, the property at stake is more than money in a bank account; examples include things like real estate and investments meant to provide for children and grandchildren. California’s community property system makes the process […]

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September 1, 2025 / Divorce

Commingling Separate Property in Los Angeles, CA

Dividing property during a California divorce can be one of the most stressful and complicated parts of the process. California is a community property state, meaning that most assets acquired during the marriage belong equally to both spouses. However, some assets—known as separate property—belong only to one spouse. Problems arise when separate property becomes “commingled” […]

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