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  • What is Dissipation of Assets in a California Divorce?

    As an Orange County divorce firm located in Newport Beach, California, we’re the first to say there is a lot of wealth in South Orange County. Because of this, our clients are no stranger to wasteful dissipation of marital assets or “dissipation of assets” in their divorces. Some divorcing couples in Orange County manage to have collaborative divorces; they stay out of court and walk away with a ...
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  • How Child Support Can Impact Your New Marriage

    Statistically, about half of all first marriages in the United States end in divorce and the divorce rate is even higher for second marriages. Since second marriages are often dealing with child support, ex-husbands and wives, and blended families, this additional stressor (a previous marriage) could play a role in the high rate of divorce in second marriages. If you’re a parent who is headed ...
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  • How Divorce Can Impact Your Job

    These days, most men and women work in the United States, even though we do have some stay-at-home moms and dads. Since a large percentage of the population works, most people who go through a divorce are employed at the same time, and we’d be foolish to assume that the effects of a divorce doesn’t spill into one’s work, because it usually does. If you’re employed and facing the possibility of a ...
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  • Divorcing With an Upside-Down Mortgage

    If people always held off on their divorces until the stars were perfectly aligned, a lot of them would wait forever. As divorce attorneys, we’ve seen spouses delay their divorces for a number of reasons, such as a forthcoming family vacation, the holidays, a spouse’s impending raise, their youngest’s high school graduation, and so on. Another reason why some people hold off on their divorces is ...
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  • Should I Divorce When the Kids Are Older?

    We’re all familiar with families where the mother and father held off on their divorce until their children graduated high school and went off to college. Sometimes, no one knew the couple was unhappy and the divorce came as a shocker. Other times, those inside the couple’s circle knew the marriage was broken and they weren’t surprised when they heard the news of the divorce. If you are unhappily ...
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  • How to Behave on Social Media During Divorce

    For a large percentage of Americans between the ages of 13 and 60, social media has become a way of life. Few of us let a day pass without checking our Facebook and Instagram accounts. In fact, social media has played a large role in divorces as spouses have connected with “old flames” and met new ones online. If you’re on the road to divorce, it’s important to be cautious on social media because ...
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  • Cheating Spouses Leaving Digital Trails of Evidence

    You would have a hard time finding a single divorce lawyer in the United States who did not hear about cheating spouses leaving digital evidence on a daily basis. After all, with today’s smartphone technology, we’re virtually attached to our phones. Few people leave their phones in their cars on purpose – many people won’t walk from one room to another without their phone by their side! It’s our ...
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  • 5 Holiday Tips for Divorced Parents

    If your divorce was recent, celebrating the holidays can be quite challenging, to say the least. Now that the family dynamic has significantly changed, there are certain things you may have to do differently to ensure the season goes as smoothly as possible. The key is to learn how to put your child’s needs first and work with the other parent to make the holidays as joyous and festive as ...
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  • Who Gets Custody While a Divorce is Pending?

    Divorcing by itself is hard, but divorcing when you have children under the age of 18 living at home is even harder. Unhappy couples want to live under separate roofs but suddenly they wonder, “Who gets custody of the kids while our divorce is pending?” There isn’t a single answer that applies to all couples – the right answer has much to do with the circumstances of the couple. Questions we’d ask ...
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  • September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

    September is National Childhood Obesity Month and in honor of the Center for Disease Control’s (CDC) mission to reduce childhood obesity, we’re dedicating a post to divorced (and single) parents who want to help their kids make healthier choices, even if they can’t be with them 24/7 because they share parenting time with their former spouses. Before we dive into co-parenting tips, let’s examine ...
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  • How to Tell Your Boss About Your Divorce

    If you and your spouse are going through a divorce , you are probably starting to contemplate how to tell others about it. Telling your children, your family, and your friends will undoubtedly be an emotional task that can take a toll, but what should you do when it comes to your professional life? Should you tell your boss? While it is certainly not a requirement, keep in mind that if you end up ...
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  • Tips for a Happier Divorce

    People generally expect divorce to get messy. After all, no one gets divorced because they are happy with their current situation. Additionally, the divorce process itself can be frustrating, costly, and further fuel any feelings of hostility you and your spouse might have for one another. That said, there are actually ways to keep your divorce from making your life and the lives of your family ...
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  • Helpful Tips to Parent a New Stepchild

    Remarriage comes with a number of challenges, especially if your new spouse has children from a previous marriage. Having a blended marriage entails melding two households, which can be a complicated process. However, learning how to effectively parent a new stepchild can help you create a strong, loving family unit. The following are several tips on how to parent a new stepchild: Discuss ...
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  • How to Reestablish Trust with Your Child

    One of the biggest challenges newly divorced parents face is the process of rebuilding trust and maintaining a positive relationship with their kids. As a parent, your children often look to you for guidance, stability, and protection. In a divorce filled with arguing and fighting, it can rock a child’s foundation. In many cases, kids blame one parent and siding with the other. If you feel that ...
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  • What to Do After Your Divorce Has Been Finalized

    After months—or even years—of hammering out the details of the settlement and strong emotions, your divorce has been finalized. While it is a huge relief to know that the divorce process is finally over, there are still a few things—both financially and legally—that you need to take care of before you start a new chapter of your life. Here are several things you need to do after your divorce has ...
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  • What to Wear to Divorce Court

    First impressions matter, especially in divorce court. Although how you behave and what you say will matter the most, how you dress will also be taken into consideration. You want the judge or magistrate to see you as someone who is mature, responsible, and credible. Showing proper respect for the courtroom will result in the courtroom staff respecting you. The following are several tips on how to ...
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  • How to Get Through Father's Day Post-Divorce

    After your divorce has been finalized, you might not realize how different Father’s Day is going to be the first year after the end of your marriage. With the holiday fast approaching, you may be wondering how to plan the day around this new arrangement. Here are some tips to guide you through your first Father’s Day post-divorce: Talk to your ex-spouse – In an ideal world, your schedule parenting ...
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  • Is a Prenuptial Agreement Right for Me?

    Prior to getting married, many people tend to get caught up in the romance of it all. While this is understandable, it is important you consider exactly what a marriage is before you walk down the aisle. Despite the honeymoon phase of being engaged, marriage is a legal contract. This means there are a lot of financial expectations when you agree to unite your life with another’s. If you are ...
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  • Do I Have to Pay Spousal Support if My Ex Has a Job?

    One of the most combative aspects of divorce is figuring out the finances. This is particularly challenging if one spouse is requesting spousal support, in which one party must make monthly payments to the other as a result of the divorce. Spousal support is not a required part of every divorce, though if it is part of yours, it will be one of the largest financial obligations you ever have. There ...
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  • Mistakes in High Asset Divorce

    All divorces are unpleasant. However, high asset divorces are notorious for being some of the most contentious and complex cases in the legal realm. This is because both parties have so much more on the line, and are thus less willing to concede. A high asset divorce is qualified as such because one or both spouses have significantly contributed to the financial status of the marriage. These ...
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  • Tips for Divorcing with Children

    One of the biggest challenges of divorce is subsequently losing a family structure you thought you’d have for the rest of your life. This is extremely devastating, especially when there are children involved. This is why it is absolutely essential you learn some useful tools on how to minimize the impact of divorce. At Burch, Coulston & Shepard, LLP, we seek to help you move the divorce process ...
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  • Will Bankruptcy Affect My Divorce?

    Bankruptcy and divorce often overlap and affect each other in many ways—financial issues can result in separation, while bankruptcy is commonly cited as the leading cause for bankruptcy. If you and your soon-to-be-ex-spouse are considering filing for both divorce and bankruptcy, these are the ways they will affect each other. 1. Automatic Stay You should never file for bankruptcy and divorce at ...
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  • Military Divorce FAQ

    Divorces can be a messy and emotional process, but when one spouse is in the military, you face a unique set of challenges that civilians don’t have to deal with. Everything from custody matters to the issue of military retirement benefits will be contested, which means you probably have a ton of questions. Below you’ll find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about military ...
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  • Moving on After Divorce

    When most people walk down the aisle, they believe it is forever. However, this, unfortunately, isn’t always the case. This is part of the reason why divorce is such a painful and heartbreaking situation for all involved--it was never part of the plan. Countless individuals fall into a rut after their marriage ends, while never addressing what has happened to their life in a real way. There is ...
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  • Tips for Fighting for Child Custody

    A commitment to winning child custody is something nearly every divorcing parent has. However, not every parent gets the agreement he or she wants or deserves. Whether you feel your ex is simply not fit to take care of the children the way they deserve, or if you believe they will be happier in your care, it is important your child custody order is as beneficial to the children as possible. With ...
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