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Thinking About Divorcing an Alcoholic? Here's What You Need to Know

California is a no-fault divorce state, so how does alcoholism and substance abuse impact your divorce? Here’s what to know about divorcing an alcoholic.
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Marital Settlement Agreement: What You Need to Know

A property settlement agreement, also called a marital settlement agreement, is the document that lays out what property each spouse receives when the divorce is finalized.
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What Is Parental Alienation? Here’s What You Need to Know

What is parental alienation? It can be tricky to spot, but it can have lasting impacts on your child. Learn what it is and what you can do about it under California law.
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Kelly Clarkson Wins Her Prenup Battle & The Fight You Could Also Face

Clarkson and her soon-to-be ex husband signed what is called a Premarital Agreement prior to the commencement of their marriage.
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Kelly Clarkson Wins Her Prenup Battle & The Fight You Could Also Face
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Bill and Melinda Gates' Divorce: Long-Term Marriage and Business Interests

Bill and Melinda Gates' pending divorce is a great example of a long-term marriage with business interests that might complicate the process.
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Bill and Melinda Gates' Divorce: Long-Term Marriage and Business Interests
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Can I Request an Increase in Spousal Support Post-Judgement?

When can you request an increase in spousal support? Read more to find out what might influence the court's decision to grant or deny support modification.
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FAQs for Military Servicemembers Going Through Divorce

Military couples face unique challenges when it comes to divorce. Read more to get answers to our most frequently asked questions about military divorce.
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I Want a Restraining Order, But What Constitutes “Abuse”?

In the mid-1990s, California enacted the Domestic Violence Prevention Act, a series of California Family Codes that govern and direct how domestic...
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I Want a Restraining Order, But What Constitutes “Abuse”?
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How are Stocks Split in a Divorce? And Other FAQs About Equity Compensation

Equity compensation can have a very significant impact on both a party’s support obligations (child or spousal/alimony) and the division of assets at...
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How are Stocks Split in a Divorce? And Other FAQs About Equity Compensation
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Kim & Kanye Divorce: Impact of Mental Health Conditions on Child Custody in California

How does Kanye West's bipolar disorder diagnosis impact his ability to have custody and/or visitation of their four young children in California?
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Kim & Kanye Divorce: Impact of Mental Health Conditions on Child Custody in California
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Why Get a Prenup?

The process of getting a prenuptial agreement can be awkward, but it's an important conversation for couples to have to plan for their futures.
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Options for Understanding the Finances When Getting Divorced

In a Collaborative Divorce, the financial neutral ensures both parties make educated decisions and emerge from the divorce with a plan for their financial future.
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