Tax Implications of Divorce

Tax Implications of Divorce

Posted on Mar 19, 2012 in Blog

Many decisions need to be made during a divorce, and it can be somewhat overwhelming.  The last thing couples are usually thinking about is taxes.  However, there are tax implications from a divorce, and you’ll need to make sure you understand the basics and work with a qualified accountant or CPA who can provide guidance [...]

Frequently Asked Questions About Legal Separation

Frequently Asked Questions About Legal Separation

Posted on Nov 14, 2011 in Blog

We hear a lot of confusion and questions about legal separation, so thought it would be good to talk about what a legal separation is, what it means, and what the benefits may be.  The most obvious difference between a legal separation and divorce is that a divorce puts a legal end to the marriage.  [...]

5 Common Reasons for Child Support Modification

5 Common Reasons for Child Support Modification

Posted on Oct 18, 2011 in Blog

Typically, California courts do not modify a child support order unless there has been a material change in circumstances (for either the custodial or non-custodial parent).  The court has the final say in the matter, and there are no hard and fast guidelines as to what warrants modification; it is determined on a case-by-case basis. [...]