How Does Divorce Affect My Green Card Status?
The impact of divorce on your green card status ultimately depends on what kind of green card you have. Here’s how it works.
Category: Divorce
What If My Spouse Refuses Divorce?
While refusing to divorce makes the process more arduous, you can’t prevent divorce by ignoring it. Across all 50 states, you can still divorce even if one partner refuses to cooperate. Because all states allow for some form of no-fault divorce, you don’t have to assign blame or provide a reason for divorcing. Cooperation between … Continued
Bifurcated Divorce: How To Be Single (Again)
A bifurcated divorce allows you to become legally single, even if you’re still resolving other aspects of your divorce. Here’s how it works in California.
Unpacking Marriage Abandonment and Divorce in California
Marriage abandonment is when one spouse leaves the other without warning. Here’s how it impacts divorce in California.
How Equalization Payments Work In California Divorces
In community property states like California, an equalization payment may be necessary during divorce to ensure a 50/50 division of marital property.
California is a 50/50 Divorce State: Here’s What It Means.
In 50/50 divorce states like California, you split your assets evenly with your spouse if you divorce. Here are the implications and how to bypass the policy.
Filing for Divorce vs Being Divorced: What’s the Difference?
Just because you filed for divorce doesn’t mean you are divorced. Here’s what can happen if you’re not actually divorced and how to avoid this.
Shiv & Tom: How Power and Expectations Shape Marriage
Shiv & Tom from HBO’s Succession are a fascinating case study of how power and expectations influence marriage. Here are my takeaways.
How the Court Determines Spousal Support in California
How is temporary and permanent spousal support determined in California? It’s relatively straightforward, keeping in mind a few key differences.
Sex/Life: What It Gets Right & Wrong On Marriage & Divorce
Here are my thoughts on what the show Sex/life gets right and what should be left behind when navigating your marriage or divorce.
Divorcing Without a Prenup: Don’t Do It
If you divorce without a prenup, your state laws determine how your assets are divided — and it might be less than ideal for both you and your spouse. Plus, you set the stage for what can be a lengthy and contentious court battle with your ex. Here’s how divorcing without a prenup plays out. … Continued