Newark Family And Estate Law Blog

Separating property in a California divorce

Going through a divorce is no easy feat. While there are many topics to negotiate, dividing property may be one of the most difficult. You

04/05/2021 No Comments

What is a living will?

You may be surprised to learn that a living will, also known as an advance healthcare directive in California, is not really a will at

03/08/2021 No Comments

3 reasons to consider taking a lump-sum alimony payment

If you chose to stay home while your spouse worked during your marriage, you may have some valid concerns about your ability to support yourself

03/05/2021 No Comments

Types of spousal support in California

Those who are facing a divorce may have concerns regarding their transition to single life. If a married couple each has drastically different income levels,

02/28/2021 No Comments

What are some estate planning mistakes to avoid?

It is a common misconception that estate planning is only beneficial to people who have large assets. The truth is that estate planning is beneficial

02/14/2021 No Comments

Why would the court reject your judgment papers?

In any legal form you fill out, a mistake can have dire consequences, and divorce papers are no different. According to the California Courts, you

02/01/2021 No Comments

How a California judge chooses an estate representative

In most cases in California, after a death, an estate representative will close out the estate through the probate process. The California Courts note that

01/31/2021 No Comments

How pre-wedding financial planning can help your marriage

Every couple should discuss finances before they marry, and if you already have bank accounts, retirement accounts or other assets, it is particularly important. Debt

01/29/2021 No Comments