Watts charges are reimbursements owed to the community when one spouse exclusively uses community pr...
What Is the Date of Separation in a California Divorce?
The date of separation in California is the date when one spouse clearly communicates their intent t...
What Is the 10-Year Marriage Rule in California?
The 10-year marriage rule in California creates a legal presumption that marriages lasting 10 years ...
What Is a Moore/Marsden Calculation in California Divorce?
A Moore/Marsden calculation is the formula California courts use to determine each spouse's ownershi...
Are Student Loans Divided in a California Divorce?
Student loans incurred before marriage are separate debt and remain the borrowing spouse's sole resp...
What Is a QDRO and How Does It Work in California Divorce?
A QDRO is a court order that directs a retirement plan administrator to pay a portion of a participa...
Military Divorce Property in CA: Base Housing Division
Military base housing cannot be divided like traditional real estate in a California divorce because...
California Military Alimony: Overseas COLA Adjustments
Yes. California courts include Overseas Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) as income when calculating m...
Military Spousal Support: The 60% Disposable Income Limit
Federal law caps the amount of a service member's disposable earnings that can be garnished for supp...
California Military Divorce: Separate Property Tracing
In a California military divorce, separate property tracing requires clear documentary evidence show...