Yearly Archives: 2026
For many divorcing couples in Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Healdsburg, Rohnert Park, and throughout Sonoma County, the family home may be their most valuable shared asset. Understanding who gets the Sonoma County home when neither spouse can afford to buy the other out requires looking beyond the deed and considering equity,…
If you’re a stay-at-home spouse, you have the exact same equal rights as working spouses when it comes to getting your fair share in a divorce. You should never feel like you’ll receive less because of your decision to stay in the home and let your spouse be the breadwinner.…
Co-parenting with an ex may not be easy, especially if the relationship ended due to infidelity or some other form of betrayal. When you share a child with a partner, you are expected to prioritize your child’s welfare over any lingering feelings of resentment you may have for your ex.…
Nuptial agreements can have many benefits to unions, but they require careful consideration. One common question married couples have after the wedding is, “What are the disadvantages of a postnuptial agreement in California?” Both spouses should know what goes into a postnuptial arrangement, when they are helpful, and their potential…
California has one of the largest and most important economies, not just in the United States, but in the entire world. This leads many Californian families and individuals to have substantial wealth, unique assets, and valuable business interests. All of these things are put into jeopardy when someone divorces without…
Wedding planning brings a flurry of activity. If you are considering getting married in California, you might be thinking of establishing a prenuptial agreement as part of your wedding plans. As a community property state, where most assets are equally divided in the event of a divorce, a prenuptial agreement…
For military families involved in a divorce, understanding the “10-10” Rule in California is important. This law specifically defines how military retirement benefits are paid that have been court-ordered in a divorce. This law is part of a larger federal act from the 1980s that categorizes military retirement benefits as…
Going through a divorce can be difficult enough on its own, but adding the task of navigating child custody can make it much more complicated. This process begins with understanding how to file for child custody in California. Carroll Law Office: Experienced Child Custody Lawyers At the Carroll Law Office,…
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