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Property division during a divorce can get confusing
When a marriage comes to an end, there are many things a couple has to sort through. One of the main concerns in a divorce revolves around marital property division, which can be rather complex and confusing. In San Francisco and the rest of the state, that means all property owned equally by both parties […]
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Mediation: Is it better to settle a divorce out of court?
Many divorcing couples would do anything not to have to face each other in court, battling out their issues. If couples in San Francisco can agree there might be better ways than allowing a judge to make decisions for them, they might be open to alternatives such as mediation. Having said that, there may be some couples who can’t […]
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Protecting children amid a divorce
When a marriage has got to the point where communication in nonexistent and nothing within the union is reparable, spouses may decide it’s time for them to go their separate ways. If San Francisco couples who decide to divorce have children, parents need to be on the same page when making decisions that affect them. […]
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Mistakes in divorce you’ll want to avoid
Has a primary issue of contention in your marriage been finances? If you and your spouse often fight about money, you’re definitely not alone in your struggle. Many spouses in California and throughout the country can no doubt relate to your experience. If you wind up filing for divorce, your financial disagreements might follow you […]
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Debunking the misinformation about prenups
Getting ready to say “I do” comes with a lot of preparation in most cases. San Francisco couples are caught up in planning and rarely have time to think about anything else, especially not about a prenuptial agreement. No couple marries thinking about divorce, but there should be some planning for the unexpected and that […]
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How a 401(k) cash out can help in a divorce
When a California married couple decides to part ways, there are typically numerous financial issues that must be resolved in order to achieve a fair settlement. In many cases, a divorce might create a need for a spouse to start all over, including finding employment that generates enough income to pay rent or a down […]
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Strategies for overcoming post-divorce depression
It is common for those who go through the dissolution of a marriage to struggle with mental health. Even if the divorce was mutual and amicable, it’s still a loss. The sense of loss felt in a divorce can be comparable to the pain of losing a loved one. Depression following a divorce is something […]
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Couples don’t need to be on the same page for mediation to work
Some couples who are divorcing may be miles apart when it comes to agreeing on most issues. San Francisco couples in these cases might not even consider divorce mediation as an option since both may think they’re nowhere near being on the same page. But many professional mediators beg to differ. In fact, another name […]
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Don’t let a divorce ruin your good health
Certain life events have a way of etching themselves into your memory. For instance, you might remember exactly where you were and what you were doing when you decided to file for a divorce. Especially if you have children or have been married for 10 years or more, it’s never easy to end a relationship. […]
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Preparing for divorce mediation
It’s safe to say that couples entering into a divorce situation want to save as much money as possible. When San Francisco couples can settle matters through mediation rather than litigation, it would be best for everyone involved, including children. There are instances when issues can’t be ironed out and litigation is the most sensible […]