If you are a longshoreman going through a divorce or child support case, one of the biggest questions you may have is: “Will my overtime count for child support?” The answer is: it depends. As a California family law attorney, I work with many ILWU longshore workers...

One of the biggest myths in California family law is that children get to choose which parent they want to live with. I hear this from parents all the time, and unfortunately, it simply is not true. One of the most common questions I hear from parents during a...

If you’re thinking about using an online template or doing your own prenup, you’re probably asking: “Will this actually hold up in court?” Short answer: Maybe—but a lot of them don’t. Why DIY Prenups Are Risky in California California has strict requirements for...

If you’re expecting an inheritance—or already have one—you’re probably asking: “Do I need a prenup to make sure this stays mine?” The short answer is yes. A prenup can be one of the strongest ways to protect your inheritance—but only if it’s done correctly. Is...

What Young Professionals Need to Know Before It’s Too Late If you're a young professional in California and part of your compensation package includes RSUs (Restricted Stock Units), stock options, or startup equity, you've probably wondered: Can my ex get part of my...

If your divorce feels like a constant battle, you’re not imagining it. Many people ask: “Is this normal—or is my case high conflict?” If there’s constant arguing, refusal to cooperate, or aggressive tactics, you’re likely dealing with a high-conflict divorce. What Is...

One of the biggest mistakes people make in a California divorce is moving out too quickly without understanding the financial, custody, and legal consequences first. A lot of people leave the family home because: Things are tense They want to avoid conflict They think...

For a long time, people thought prenuptial agreements were only for celebrities or people with massive wealth. That really is not the case anymore. More California couples are signing prenups and postnuptial agreements later in life than ever before — especially...

What California Divorce Courts Look for — and What You Can Do About It Introduction One of the most common fears people have during divorce is this: “Is my spouse hiding money?” And sometimes, unfortunately, the answer is yes. In California divorce cases — especially...

A lot of people assume prenuptial agreements and postnuptial agreements only protect what someone already owns. That is not necessarily true. One of the biggest issues I see now in California marital agreements involves future compensation — especially RSUs, stock...