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  • Should I File Bankruptcy or Divorce First?

    It’s no secret that financial problems have broken up thousands of marriages over the years, so it’s no wonder why the words “bankruptcy” and “ divorce ” often go hand-in-hand. If you’re thinking about filing bankruptcy and divorce, you’re probably wondering which one comes first – a valid question indeed. If you do end up filing bankruptcy and divorce , the timing of each filing will be critical ...
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  • Is California a Community Property State?

    If you’re getting a divorce in Orange County or anywhere else in California, it’s very important that you have a firm grasp on how property is divided in a California divorce. Because the cost of making a mistake can be high, you should consult with a skilled and experienced divorce lawyer before filing for divorce, especially if you have significant marital assets or debt. California is called a ...
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  • Dividing Property in a California Divorce

    When it comes to dividing marital property in divorce , the United States uses two models: The equitable distribution model and the community property model. In California, we are one of a handful of states that use the “community property model.” Under the community property model of distribution, all assets acquired during the course of the marriage are marital property and owned equally by both ...
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  • Are Personal Injury Settlements Subject to Property Division in a CA Divorce?

    While going through a divorce can be difficult in itself, suffering a personal injury during the process can result in further complications. Nevertheless, it is important to obtain your entitled financial compensation to cover medical bills, lost wages, as well as pain and suffering. However, in most states, personal injury settlements can be part of property division in a divorce. For instance, ...
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  • Will My Divorce Go to Court?

    If you are contemplating divorce , you may be worried that it will go to court. You’ve heard horror stories from friends and family and you’ve seen celebrity divorces drag out in court for months, if not years. Will yours have the same fate? Is there anything you can do to avoid divorce court? For starters, we want you to know that most divorces quietly settle outside of court. Usually, the ...
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