Category Archives: Community Property California Attorney

Is My Spouse Entitled to 50 Percent of My Assets in a Divorce in Orange County?

Community Property Division FAQ:  I have high assets in Orange County California; Is My Spouse Entitled to 50 Percent of My Assets since we live in a community state? Is My Spouse Entitled to 50 Percent of My Assets in a Divorce in Orange County? The process of dividing property and debts in a California…
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How You Could End Up With Your Ex’s Debt

Many people are unaware of the fact that even after divorce, they can end up being responsible for their ex’s debt. Most couples join accounts when getting married. There may be no debt in the joint account when you divorce, but even after getting a divorce, if you don’t take your name off of the…
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Date(s) of Separation

Believe it or not, couples undergoing divorce sometimes disagree over their date of separation. Now, you may be asking 1) how can people not know the date they were separated, and 2) why does the date of separation even matter? The answer to the first question is that a date of separation is not an…
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Divorce or Separation in Orange County: Understanding Community Property

Community property usually means everything that the spouses or domestic partners own together. This means everything that you bought or got while you were together in marriage or a domestic partnership — including debt — that is not a gift or inheritance. Community property also includes all the earnings that either spouse or partner (or both of you)…
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Divorce or Separation in Orange County: Understanding Property and Debt

The property and debts part of a divorce or legal separation is often so complicated and the cost of making a mistake is so high that you should talk to a lawyer before you file your papers, especially if you have anything of value (or if you have significant debt). NOTE! If you signed a prenuptial…
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