When Child Custody Goes International
Conflicts over child custody in a divorce are hard enough when the parties live near each other. When the separating spouses live primarily in two different countries, however, things can become much more complicated in a hurry. If you need help with child custody matters, call Berenji & Associates Divorce Lawyers today for a case […]
MoreHow to Manage a Small Business Through Divorce
Any entrepreneur knows the work, time, and money that goes into building a successful business. That is why the fate of a small business is of primary concern to those going through a divorce. Business owners must take special care to avoid the possibility of any conflicts or disputes disrupting the flow of daily operations. […]
MorePrenups: Not Just for the Rich and Famous
Marriage is a contract, and like any contract, it helps to know the terms and conditions before signing the dotted line. That is where a prenuptial agreement, or a “prenup,” comes in. This document clearly dictates how property will be distributed upon the death of a spouse (in lieu of a will or trust) or […]
MoreCalifornia Spouses Fight Alimony Payments
A recent CBS Los Angeles story highlights a controversial issue in California divorce law: Spousal support, otherwise known as alimony. After a long legal battle over alimony payments, a divorced Huntington Beach man founded CalAlimonyReform.org, an organization with the sole aim of ending spousal support in California.
MoreCommunity Property Concepts: Transmutation
California is a community property jurisdiction. Which means that there is a presumption that all the assets and debts that are attained during the marriage are community in nature, belonging to both husband and wife. In the event of a divorce, the property is divided equally among the parties. This is only a presumption and […]
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