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 […]
MoreCommingling 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” […]
MoreWhat Are Marriage Annulments?
In Los Angeles, marriage annulments are a legal process that declares a marriage null and void, treating it as though it never legally existed. This is different from divorce, which ends a valid marriage; an annulment confirms that the marriage was never valid under California law from the start. Understanding how annulments work in California, […]
MoreHow Do Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements Differ for High-Net-Worth Couples?
A prenuptial agreement is entered into before marriage, while a postnuptial agreement is entered into after marriage. While any couple can enter into these agreements, high-net-worth couples have more at stake and more to lose. Some of the unique challenges high-net-worth couples may encounter include: High Earning Potentials High-net-worth people often have higher incomes. In […]
MoreHow Does Child Custody Work if Parents Live in Different States?
Child custody can be challenging in any situation, but it becomes even more complicated when parents live in different states. Whether the separation was recent or happened years ago, living in different states raises important legal questions. Families want to know which state controls the custody case, how to make changes, and how to ensure […]
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