Besides the mental stress, divorce in California can be financially draining, depending on the method you use. The average costs of divorce in California can vary depending upon the options.

Divorce can feel like it’s taking forever, and sometimes, you just want to know when it’s finally over. Well, the answer is complex because not all the divorce timelines are the same in California. In this post, we will provide you with all you need to know when your divorce is final and your marital status can dissolve.

Divorce is a difficult process full of emotional and often financial nuances. However, there are fundamental issues that are important for every spouse seeking a divorce in California to ensure they are able to receive the financial support they need. Questions like what a wife is entitled to in a divorce often arise, making it crucial to understand key aspects of property division, spousal support, child custody, and the legal nuances that influence divorce settlements.

Marriage doesn’t automatically end just because you’re living apart. For many couples in California, the belief that long-term separation leads to an automatic divorce is a misconception that can have serious legal and financial consequences. Opting for legal paths like divorce and legal separation can protect you from going into a vulnerable position regarding property division and spousal support issues in California.

There are a ton of misconceptions out there on the internet when it comes to cheating (adultery) during marriage. There seems to be even more misconceptions as to the impact an affair has on divorce proceedings. We’ll discuss how affairs and adultery will not impact your divorce proceedings, and when it actually might.

When you are considering divorce, there’s a lot of questions about who gets what. California is a community property state. The assets and income you received during marriage are jointly shared. That may be an asset, like a bank account, may be divided equally. But, it could also mean that one party takes a car, and pays the other party 50% of the value. As long as you and your spouse agree to a division of assets, you do not need to follow California community property rules.