How to Get Divorced in California
Grounds for Divorce in California You don’t need a legally justifiable reason to get divorced in California. You don’t even need the agreement of your soon-to-be-ex (“STBX”). California’s Family Law Act of 1969 made this state the first to allow no-fault divorce. This means anyone can get a California divorce without proof of fault. Every state […]
Is Legal Separation in California Right for You?
You’re trying to save your marriage but concerned about your spouse’s behavior and how it could jeopardize your shared assets. Perhaps your spouse has mental health struggles and engages in irrational spending. Or maybe your spouse is secretive about community account information, refuses to share account access with you, and you’re seriously worried about your […]
Protecting your marriage and future across international borders
Many couples today are finding love across borders, with one partner living in a different country. The global interconnectedness of our digital landscape has somehow made this possible. It is far easier to build and maintain relationships despite the distance. But it does not mean that other aspects of the relationship will be as easy […]
Dealing with a family business during divorce
When a married couple decides to divorce, the division of assets, including a family business, becomes pivotal. Valuation, ownership and communication are key factors in navigating this complex process. Ultimately, seeking professional assistance and prioritizing the best interests of the business can help ensure a smoother transition for all parties. Valuation of the business Determining […]
What trust options do you have for your estate plan?
Estate planning plays a vital role in financial planning, particularly when you want to control how others handle your assets after your passing. Trusts often come into play in estate planning, helping manage and distribute assets. In California, you have access to various types of trusts, each with unique features, benefits and purposes. Revocable living […]
What problems occur more often in a gray divorce?
Gray divorces are becoming more frequent today than ever before. A gray divorce is a term for two older people who decide to divorce later in life. Divorcing later in life is usually because a couple stays together for their children. They wait until their children grow up and then decide to separate. Gray divorces […]
What skills do executors need?
When selecting the executor for your estate, it is important to understand exactly what this person will need to accomplish and hold responsibility for during their time serving as executor. What exactly do executors do? What skill set do they need to succeed? Knowing the answer to these questions is crucial. How to manage an […]
3 considerations in a California gray divorce
Divorces do not bear the same stigma in the U.S. as they did in the past. As a result, they are not as uncommon as before. Gray divorces are also on the rise. However, while they are the same in many ways as other divorces, they also include different considerations. 1. Alimony The court has discretion […]
An inheritance is a good reason to draft a postnuptial agreement
You probably didn’t know enough about your potential inheritance when you get married to worry about protecting it. It is only years into your marriage when your parent passes away that you realize the value of their estate. They left their property for you specifically, not for you to share with your spouse. It is […]
Laughlin Legal, PC is pleased to welcome Rosalyn Jamili to the firm as a Managing Attorney
Please join us in welcoming Rosalyn Jamili to the firm as a Managing Attorney!