Divorce

Divorcing a Narcissistic Spouse in California A divorce is one of the most emotionally taxing experiences that many people will go through in their lives. The psychological toll this process takes on you is magnified when your spouse is a narcissist. The word narcissist gets thrown around quite a bit, but the fact is, narcissistic personality disorder is an actual mental health condition. A relationship with someone who has this disorder is challenging, but that doesn't mean that ending that relationship is easy. Divorcing a narcissist or someone with narcissistic…

Dividing Assets in a California Divorce Dividing your assets and finances is only one of the challenges of divorce, but it is a major factor and one that many spouses struggle with. The stakes are high when money conflicts arise. California laws surrounding the division of property can be difficult to understand if you don't have legal knowledge or experience. Sarieh Family Law is a valuable resource when you have more questions than answers. A free case evaluation serves two important purposes – it clarifies what your current situation looks…

Have you been going through a divorce and struggling to be able to resolve disputes agreeably? This is not uncommon, especially when money and legal fees are involved. You may be wondering if it is legal for you to be forced to pay for your spouse’s attorney and legal fees, and a number of other questions that may arise during this stressful process. An Orange County divorce attorney can help give you the fair representation that you deserve as you are working through your divorce proceedings. Divorces can not only…

When your spouse files for divorce Divorce is a very difficult thing to have to deal with for everyone involved, but it can be even worse when the spouses begin to argue and fight about every little detail. That is one of the reasons why it is preferable to come to an agreement and proceed with an uncontested divorce. If your spouse is the one who has filed for divorce, then you will have to decide whether to respond to the divorce petition or not. This choice comes with several…

It's a question we hear frequently. In some situations, it may be to your advantage to file for divorce first in California. But each divorce is unique, so what benefits one situation may be a serious advantage or disadvantage in another. Read on to look at the pros and cons of filing first so you can make an informed decision. Keep in mind that our experienced family law attorneys are available to help you sort through the options to determine what would most benefit you. The Pros of Being the…

Divorce is one of the most stressful life situations someone can face, and when it's contentious or involves one spouse trying to cheat the other out of rightful property and assets, it can be even worse. Hiding assets is a serious abuse of the divorce process in Orange County (and all of California). It's a tactic taken by a spouse who feels they won't get their fair share in the court judgment, that their spouse doesn't deserve to have a larger portion of the marital property, or by someone who…

As of 2015, the number of older people getting divorced had increased significantly. The figures for people above 50 had doubled, while those above 65 had tripled compared to similar statistics in 1990. When you’ve been married for several decades, custody, visitation, and child support might not be among your concerns. But spousal support, finances, property division, health insurance, and adult children are a major concern in a gray divorce. However, you will have more complex issues to deal with. What’s more, more assets will have been acquired over the…