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Legal Separation: Is It Right For You?

Ventura Divorce Attorney — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 20:30:00 GMT

It is no secret that more and more couples are finding it difficult to stay together. However, is divorce the only option? Some couples choose to separate for an amount of time in order to think about their relationship and either work towards a permanent split or a reconciliation. In California, couples can file for a legal separation. This means that they are able to live apart and settle issues such as child custody, child support, property division and more. However, they are still legally married. Whether it is due to financial reasons or religious reasons, a legal separation does have certain benefits.

If you are considering a divorce or separation and want more information, please contact a Ventura divorce attorney from our team today. We have experience in every area of divorce and family law, from annulment to domestic violence to spousal support. To learn more, contact a Ventura divorce lawyer for a free consultation.

Do You Need a Prenuptial Agreement?

Ventura Divorce Lawyer — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 20:26:00 GMT

If you are planning on getting married in the near future, you may want to think about creating a prenuptial agreement. Although some people may avoid such a step as it seems to be planning for failure, there are other eventualities besides divorce that a prenuptial agreement can aid with. Other people may think that prenups are only necessary if one or both spouses have a large estate, but this again is simply not the case. Prenuptial agreements are a good option for everyone and can give a couple peace of mind knowing that the future is prepared for.

One of the benefits of a prenuptial agreement is that is can avoid conflict and confusion should the couple decide to divorce. It is a fact that half of the marriages in the U.S. end. Whether due to differences in personality, adultery, or simply growing apart as a couple, a divorce is the path chosen by many people today. Sometimes these divorces end up in a messy courtroom battle which is traumatizing both for the spouses and the children. However, if the couple has already made a plan, they can simply follow this plan without the necessity of a drawn-out process.

A prenuptial agreement can also bring clarity and transparency during a marriage. It can stipulate what the rights and responsibilities of each spouse are. If one of the spouses were to die, a prenup can determine how the property will be divided and how to handle any businesses that were owned by the deceased. Whatever the case, you should contact a Ventura divorce attorney from our firm for help and guidance. We could answer any questions you may have as well as help you create the document. Contact a Ventura divorce lawyer from our team today to learn more about how we could help you!

Welcome to our Family Law Blog

Divorce Attorney — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:49:00 GMT

We are pleased to announce the launch of our Family Law Blog with an RSS feed available at /Blog/Entire-Blog-Feed/RSS.xml