Blog Posts in April, 2014

Matthew Knowles' Child Support Case Gives Hope to Noncustodial Parents Everywhere

Pasadena family law lawyers say the recent child support case of Matthew Knowles brings hope for noncustodial parents everywhere. Matthew, the father of superstar Beyonce and the onetime manager of Destiny’s Child, had been sued by former fling Alexsandra Wright for failing to pay child support for their four-year-old son Nixon. Neither Matthew nor his famous daughters Beyonce and Solange have met ...

Social Networking Posts Can Have Real-Life Consequences for Your Divorce

If you're a regular user of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or other social networking sites, Pasadena divorce lawyers caution that anything you post on these sites can be used as evidence in your case. If you're claiming that you can't afford to pay alimony or that your child support payments should be reduced, posts that feature frivolous purchases can be very damaging. One recent case resulted in ...

Liquidity and Divorce

When dividing assets during a Pasadena divorce , it’s important to consider the difference between liquid assets and illiquid assets. Even if the math shows a perfect 50/50 division of assets between spouses, you can run into problems if you end up with assets that aren’t easily converted into cash when needed. Liquid assets are either cash or assets that can quickly be sold if needed. Examples of ...

Reducing or Terminating Alimony Payments After Cohabitation

Pasadena divorce law makes the legal presumption that an alimony recipient needs less financial support once he or she starts cohabitating, unless there are extenuating circumstances. However, the paying spouse who is requesting a reduction or termination of payments is the one who must provide proof that the alimony recipient's situation has changed significantly. Proving that a couple is living ...

How Do California's Divorce Laws Compare to Other States?

If you’re thinking about filing for a Pasadena divorce , you may be wondering how California’s divorce laws compare to the laws in other states. California is a community property state, as is Arizona, Idaho, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin. Alaska allows spouses to opt-in to the community property system by signing an agreement that classifies certain assets as ...

Protect Yourself with a Prenup

Many Pasadena matrimonial lawyers report that their clients are worried about how to bring up the idea of creating a prenuptial agreement before they walk down the aisle. For the prospective bride and/or groom, creating a prenup sounds like they’re planning for a divorce. But this is actually the furthest thing from the truth. A prenup is no more like planning for divorce than buying health ...

Personal Attacks Could Lead to Less Money in Divorce Settlement

Giving in to the temptation to badmouth your ex is never a good idea, and Pasadena divorce attorneys caution it can sometimes have serious financial consequences. If your ex is a self-employed professional, part of the worth of his or her business is based on professional reputation. This is true whether your ex is an accountant, lawyer, doctor, or restaurant owner. When you say things that ...

Reasons to Think Twice About an Online Divorce

Modern technology has streamlined many aspects of our lives, but a Pasadena divorce is one of those things that should still be left to professionals. Online DIY divorces may seem like a good idea if you’re strapped for cash , but there are many reasons why it’s best to hire a lawyer. First, you must consider that a computer can only operate with the information that you give it. If you and your ...