Divorces over the age of 50 occur, and they may occur with greater frequency than people realize in California and around the country. Several factors contribute to the rise of "gray divorce," ranging from disagreements over retirement finances, drifting apart, and...
Month: February 2021
How should you tell the kids about your divorce?
Generally speaking, you never want to mention divorce to your children until it’s a guarantee. Don’t bring it up as a possible outcome or talk to them about how you and your spouse are mulling it over. This just makes children feel stressed and uncertain. They...
How a divorce can impact your estate plan
It is generally in your best interest to review your estate plan after ending your marriage. This ensures that a former spouse can't inherit property, serve as your executor or otherwise benefit from your estate. In California, a spouse is essentially disinherited by...
Splitting debt in divorce
If you are going through a divorce, you might be concerned about how your assets will be divided. However, it is also important to consider how your debt will be divided. Since California is a community property state, the court may decide that debt acquired after...