Category Archives: Spousal Support

Community Property and Separate Property in California

Posted on August 31, 2011 by thomasmaclean

In a California Divorce, property division is based on the concepts of community and separate property. Community property is property that was acquired during marriage by the parties, and is equally split at the time of divorce. The way to … Continue reading →

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Summary Dissolution: The Simplified Way to Getting Divorced in California

Posted on April 19, 2011 by thomasmaclean

If you qualify, there is a simplified and more cost-efficient way to get divorced in California that a standard divorce petition. It is called Summary Dissolution of your marriage, and while it will not expedite your divorce action (you still … Continue reading →

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Five Things to Remember When Getting a Divorce in California

Posted on October 15, 2010 by thomasmaclean

There is no quick and easy way to getting a divorce, and depending on the circumstances of your specific case, it could be one of the worst experiences of your life. If you’re going to file for Divorce in California, … Continue reading →

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