Divorce & Life Insurance Life insurance often gets overlooked in divorce, but failing to address it can create serious problems. Beneficiary designations that aren’t updated properly could send payouts to an ex-spouse—or worse, leave children without the support you intended. At the same...
Child custody In California, courts almost always strive to keep siblings together after divorce, recognizing the stability and support that sibling bonds provide during a difficult transition. Split custody—where siblings live separately—is considered only in rare and unusual circumstances. Judges must be convinced...
Co-Parenting & Medical Decisions Divorce may end the marriage, but parenting decisions—especially around your child’s health—continue long after. In joint custody arrangements, both parents often share the responsibility of making medical decisions. But what happens when you and your ex don’t agree? From...
Taxes & Post-Divorce Support payments after divorce aren’t just about how much—they’re about how they’re taxed. For couples in California with significant income disparity, understanding the tax treatment of spousal and child support is critical. With federal rules changed under the Tax Cuts...