Archive for September 17, 2017

When it comes to divorce proceedings and child custody hearings, some parents are keen to have the court hear about their child’s preferences, especially the parent for whom the child has expressed desire to live with. This can raise different issues, and the California courts consider things such as whether the child’s interests align with his/her preferences, how much weight to give to the child’s stated preferences.

This is why we’ve outlined a few things to keep in mind when it comes to children’s testimony and child custody proceedings in California.

With the average age of engaged couples going up and many re-marrying later in life, individuals these days bring more assets and experience to their marriage than ever before. While the prospect of starting a new life with their partner is exhilarating, many who look at the bigger picture and take stock of their assets come to the conclusion that a prenuptial agreement is in their best interests. This is especially true for those who own their own business.

In California, assets that each spouse owned before the marriage are considered