Introduction There is no shortage of bad advice about California family law. Friends, social media, and even well-meaning relatives often repeat myths that simply are not true. One of the first things I do with new clients is separate fact from fiction so we can make...

There is no shortage of bad advice about California family law. Friends, social media, and even well-meaning relatives often repeat myths that simply are not true. One of the first things I do with new clients is separate fact from fiction so we can make smart...

One of the biggest misconceptions I hear is someone saying, 'My ex is a terrible parent, so they'll lose custody.' I understand why people feel that way, but California family courts don't decide custody based on whether one parent is more likable than the other. The...

If you've found yourself wondering whether your spouse is hiding cash, you're not alone. It's one of the most common concerns I hear from people going through a divorce. Sometimes it's because their spouse has always handled the finances. Other times, it's because...

One of the most common questions I hear is: 'Can my ex refuse to follow our visitation schedule?' The short answer is usually no. If there is a valid court order, both parents are expected to follow it unless the court changes it or there is a genuine emergency...

If you're getting divorced and you think your spouse owns Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, or any other cryptocurrency, you've probably asked yourself one question: "Can they hide it?" The short answer is yes, they can try. The better question is whether they'll get away...

If you are a founder, startup employee, engineer, executive, or young professional building wealth through equity compensation, you may be wondering: "Can startup equity be divided during divorce?" The answer is: potentially, yes. As a California family law attorney,...

If you are thinking about filing for divorce, one of the smartest things you can do before anything is filed is gather your financial documents. I cannot tell you how many times clients come into my office after filing only to realize they do not have access to...

One of the first questions people ask when they are considering divorce is: "How long is this going to take?" If you are searching for information about the Los Angeles divorce timeline, the answer is that it depends. While California law imposes a six-month waiting...

If you own a business, one of the smartest questions you can ask is: "How can I protect my business before divorce becomes an issue?" Most business owners spend years—sometimes decades—building a company. They invest their time, money, energy, and often make...