The Basics
The Basics
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California Community Property FAQ
Here's what everyone filing for divorce in California needs to know about the state's property division laws.
Splitting the House in a Divorce
Splitting the House in a Divorce
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Who Gets the House in a California Divorce?
When it comes to the marital home, divorcing couples have a few options for how to divide this valuable asset.
Division of Assets & Debts
Division of Assets & Debts
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Dividing the Debts in a California Divorce
This article provides a basic overview of how debts are dealt with in California divorces and highlights some of the more complex issues that can arise when dividing debts in a divorce.
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Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs) in California
If you’re going through a divorce and want to receive your fair share of the retirement benefits acquired during your marriage, you need to make sure that your rights under these retirement plans are fully protected. In many cases, this will require the use of a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO).
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Dividing Stock Options During Divorce in California
Some assets are easy to divide in a divorce - selling a car and dividing the profits is usually a no-brainer. Dividing stock options, however, can present a unique set of challenges. Stock options that can’t be sold to a third party or don’t have any real value (for example, stock options in a private company or unvested options) can be difficult to value and divide.
What About "Pre-Divorce" Agreements?
What About "Pre-Divorce" Agreements?
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Prenuptial Agreements in California
If you're planning to get married, a prenuptial agreement (also known as a "premarital agreement," or sometimes simply a "prenup") might be the last thing on your mind. On the other hand, if this isn't your first marriage, or if you have significant property or savings built up, you may already be wondering if a prenup would be a good idea.
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Many couples choose to make agreements with their spouse – most often about who owns what property. While prenuptial agreements are the most well-known marital agreements, couples can also make agreements during their marriage and when getting divorced.