The tax law signed by President Trump just before Christmas will affect many aspects of American life, including the awarding of alimony in divorce cases. The length and complexity of the law will occupy lawyers and accountants for months as they try to come to grips...
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Month: December 2017
Annulling a marriage in California
Some people in Sacramento who want to end their marriage often ask about the annulling the marriage instead of obtaining a divorce. The difference between a divorce and marital nullity (the technically correct term) is relatively straightforward. A divorce is a...
Using a business appraiser in a California divorce
Many California couples own stock in one or more small businesses. In the event the couple decides to end their marriage, they may need to value the stock they own. If a divorce is not contested as to property division, an appraiser may not be needed. If, however, the...
How to divide the value of a house in a California divorce
For most divorcing California couples, their house is their biggest asset, and the mortgage is likely to be the largest debt. California's community property law does not give couples much latitude in how to divide the equity in the house, but several property...
Social media and your divorce
Every year, social media becomes increasingly intertwined with the fabric of our daily lives. The Pew Research Center reports that 69 percent of Americans use some form of social media. Social media can provide many benefits, such as the ability to connect with...