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
Learn how a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) can help you divide certain retirement plan benefits in a divorce.
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Dividing Stock Options During Divorce in California
An overview of how California couples can divide stock options in divorce.
What About "Pre-Divorce" Agreements?
What About "Pre-Divorce" Agreements?
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Prenuptial Agreements in California
Thinking about a prenup in California? From property rights to spousal support, here’s what the law allows and what it doesn’t when couples put their financial future in writing before saying “I do.”
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Thinking about how to handle money, property, or support in marriage? This guide breaks down the key differences between prenuptial, postnuptial, and divorce settlement agreements.
Alimony
Alimony
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Understanding and Calculating Alimony in California
Learn about the kinds of spousal support available in California, how judges decide the amount of alimony and how long it will last, and whether you can change the award later.
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Adultery in California: Does Cheating Affect Alimony?
We've all heard of marriages ending because one spouse was unfaithful. But does your spouse's misconduct matter when it comes to alimony and other issues in a California divorce?
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Remarriage and Alimony in California
If you're receiving spousal support (alimony) after a divorce in California and you're hoping to remarry or live with a new partner, it's important to understand how your new relationship may impact your future payments.
