Category Archives: Spousal Support Alimony
What Smart People Do Post-Divorce
Divorce is never easy for anyone, not for men and not for women. It takes a great emotional toll on both couples and it doesn’t even matter who initiated the divorce. If you are deciding on getting a divorce, then … Continue reading
Alimony Myths
Many people believe that alimony is only for the wife but it really can be for either the husband or the wife. The law does not discriminate against men, alimony goes strictly by how much money each individual makes. If … Continue reading
Will Smith and Jada Pinkett: Getting a Divorce
After much rumor circulating about the deteriorating relationship of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith, it seems as though Jada has made initiative to finally getting a divorce. It is surprising to find out that one of Hollywood’s rare long-term … Continue reading
Russell Brand and Katy Perry Divorce
Russell Brand and Katy Perry will need to follow the Divorce Laws of California. The Law in California regarding divorces require the two parties to divide the assets 50/50 as well as the debts. The party who earns more money … Continue reading
Celebrity Divorces in The Media
Society and the media devote a plentiful amount of attention to celebrity divorces. When a celebrity gets a divorce often we see this news all over the internet, radio, and television. In addition, celebrity divorce news and relationship status is … Continue reading
Heidi Klum and Seal Divorce
Seal and Heidi Klum have been in a marriage of approximately seven years. It has been announced recently that the two will be parting ways. This is a highly publicized split due to the high profile celebrities involved. The issues … Continue reading
Spousal Support Information
California Family Code §4326 discusses some point regarding spousal support that may be worth noting. Under certain circumstances, the termination of child support may constitute a change of circumstance sufficient to allow a party to file for modification of the … Continue reading
Difference Between Spousal Support and Alimony?
There is no difference between the term “spousal support” and what other states call “alimony.” Just as California prefers to use the term “dissolution” when terminating a marriage, rather than “divorce,” California also prefers the term “spousal support,” rather than … Continue reading
Issues involved in Divorce
If you or your spouse are contemplating divorce it is important to know what that will entail. Divorces can be stressful and it is often helpful to have someone in your corner fighting for you. Hiring a divorce attorney can … Continue reading
Mediation Sessions
Mediation sessions are voluntary for the parties. These sessions are not as expensive as the traditional court appearances. Mediation sessions are an alternative to court proceedings. This conflict resolution alternative may assist you and the other party in reaching an … Continue reading
Spousal Support
Determination of spousal support is dependent on many factors that have been set out by Family Code §4320. The factors, considered in total, allow the judge to make a determination of what would be fair in light of these factors, as well as … Continue reading
What Happens to Support Payments in Bankruptcy?
According to “The Fragile Middle Class: Americans in Debt,” unemployment, medical bills, and divorce cause 40% of individual bankruptcies. How a divorce will affect an individual who files for bankruptcy depends on the settlement reached with regard to spousal and … Continue reading
Does a Bad Economy Stop Divorce?
While financial problems are often cited as a reason for a couple’s divorce, it turns out the bad economy may be forcing people to stay together. Many couples simply can not afford the legal fees associated with a divorce and … Continue reading
Celebrity Divorces
One of the hot topics in the media in the past month is the divorce between Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore. These two were married for six years and have been in the media spotlight. Ashton Kutcher known for movies … Continue reading
Alimony Attorney in Orange County, California
Spousal Support – Alimony in Orange County, California California law affords that alimony or spousal support may be awarded to either spouse in relation with a proceeding for divorce or legal separation. If you are pursuing alimony or you have been … Continue reading
Partner Support
If you divorce your domestic partner, the courts may order one of you to pay the other a monthly amount or partner support money. To determine the amount of support that will be paid will depend on several factors, such … Continue reading
How Do I get Alimony?
Here are some factors that determine whether alimony is awarded and how alimony is determined: 1) The ability of each party to pay 2) The needs of the parties 3) The age and health may be taken into account 4) … Continue reading





