When a couple or one spouse in a marriage wants a divorce, the process begins with filing a divorce petition (sometimes called a complaint) with the Orange County Court. Some couples who reach a mutual decision to divorce may file … Continued

The divorce process is a taxing one for most couples. Getting through the divorce can feel like a marathon, with the finish line as the light at the end of the tunnel. What most couples don’t think about are the … Continued

When the issue of divorce comes up, it’s natural to think about property division, custody arrangements, and potential alimony payments. What many couples forget to consider are the ramifications a divorce has on shared health insurance policies. Divorce proceedings in … Continued

In California, the state considers businesses created in a marriage as community property. During the asset division process, the non-business owning spouse is legally entitled to half of the business’s value. Business-related divorces can get complicated fast. How spouses choose … Continued

People often confuse divorce and dissolution. Both are closely related and pertain to ending marriage, but they operate in very different ways. If you and your spouse are headed for separation, it’s important to know the differences between divorce and … Continued