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!
Laughlin Legal, PC is pleased to welcome Kristen Van Antwerp to the firm as an Associate Attorney
Please join us in welcoming Kristen Van Antwerp to the firm as an Associate Attorney!
Is your marriage coming to an end because of a midlife crisis?
Gray divorce is a relatively new term. This type of divorce, where individuals over the age of 50 decide to end their marriages, has become increasingly common in recent years. In fact, couples between the ages of 55 and 64 have a higher divorce rate than any other age group. While many factors may contribute to a […]
How does parenting time affect child support?
In California, both parents typically are responsible for the expenses that come with raising a child. If you and your child’s parent are no longer together, however, you may need to come up with a custody arrangement. Whether you have sole or joint physical custody of your child, you may be eligible to receive child […]
Laughlin Legal, PC Congratulates Yau Lee for her admission in California as a Provisionally Licensed Lawyer
Laughlin legal, PC is pleased to announce that Yau Lee has been admitted in California as a Provisionally Licensed Lawyer. Yau received her Juris Doctor from Golden Gate University School of Law and earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Ethnic Studies from the University of California, San Diego. Yau has extensive experience in all […]
Are you responsible for your spouse’s debts in a divorce?
When starting the divorce process, couples primarily consider how to divide their assets. However, they must also address how the law determines who is responsible for debts. This process can be remarkably complicated depending on the couple’s financial situation. Debt types and amounts also contribute to the complexity of the case. California is a community […]
Why do you need a Nonmarital Cohabitation Agreement?
Amidst the housing crisis, the nation is seeing a surging number of adults living with a non-spouse romantic partner.[1] Although this new norm has proven to be very practical particularly in the Bay Area, it is equally as important for those partners to establish a Nonmarital Cohabitation Agreement. Understanding the basic fundamentals of this agreement will […]
Should you sell your home before or after you divorce?
You and your soon-to-be-ex-spouse agree to sell your marital home in California, but you do not know whether to sell it before you divorce or after. What factors should you consider? American Home Agents explores selling your marital real estate property from both sides. Know which time frame may serve you and your future most favorably. […]
Laughlin Legal, PC Welcomes Caitlin Ly to the Partnership
Laughlin Legal, PC is delighted to welcome Caitlin Ly to the partnership. A graduate of Suffolk University Law School, Caitlin joined the firm in 2018 after exclusively practicing family law for 5 years in Massachusetts. Caitlin brings her tenacity and expertise to each matter, handling cases of every level, from basic family matters to highly complex financial […]