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 […]

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 […]

Valuing Private Equity Interests in Divorce

Valuing private equity interests can be challenging even in the best of circumstances. Problems compound when the valuation is required in a divorce setting. Fundamentally speaking, private equity is capital invested in a company or other entity that is not publicly listed or traded. Typically, private company interests can include any or all of the […]

What if my child wants to live with the other parent?

If you happen to have children, your relationship with your ex-spouse will never truly be over. Particularly if your children are younger, it is highly likely that you will end up managing a co-parenting situation for many years. Shuffling the children between two households can be challenging enough when they are young, but problems often […]