Jill White, Esq. Legal Blog
How mediation can help couples resolve their divorce amicably
As marriages come to an end in California it can be a difficult time emotionally. One spouse may not want the divorce or the reason for the marriage ending could be infidelity, which can be very difficult to deal with emotionally. There can also be a sense of failure...
Should I consider a postnuptial agreement?
For many people, a prenuptial agreement is a worthwhile document to have. Based on state law, it can dictate how people will deal with property, support and more if the marriage happens to fall on hard times and end in divorce. In some cases, however, people do not...
6 tips for building an effective co-parenting relationship
Dealing with a child custody dispute can be stressful and overwhelming. And although you may feel a sense of relief once the court issues its initial custody order, you may quickly find out that the matter isn’t necessarily put to rest. After all, disputes can quickly...
Important purposes of a prenuptial agreement
Prenuptial agreements can help future spouses entering into a marriage in a variety of circumstances not limited to situations prenuptial agreements are commonly associated with. When a couple decides to marry, they should be familiar with when a prenuptial agreement...
The benefits of a mediated divorce for high-net-worth couples
The divorce process is often fraught with conflict. Emotions run high and contention easily boils over into frustration and anger. It doesn’t have to be this way, however. For couples who can put aside their differences and collaborate, mediation offers distinct...
Reasons and requirements for a postnuptial agreement
A postnuptial agreement is completed after a couple marries and like a prenuptial agreement, it can offer protection to both parties in the event of a divorce. It sets out the couple’s intentions for how their assets will be divided. Reasons for the agreement...
Preparing for your divorce mediation or collaborative divorce
Not all divorces have to be contentious. In fact, the vast majority of them resolve before ever heading to trial. If you have a decent relationship with your spouse, then you might be able to work amicably with them to come to a divorce settlement that is fair to both...
When is a prenuptial agreement unenforceable?
There are a lot of decisions to make and conversations to have with a prospective marital partner when marriage talks begin. California residents may wish to know if their potential spouses want kids or have plans to change careers within their lifetimes. They may...
When bird nesting will work and when it won’t
For many parents going through divorce, the primary concern is how it will affect the children and how to help them adjust to a new normal. Just as many couples in California are exploring the benefits of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods for divorce, there...
Do I need my own lawyer when using collaborative divorce?
Those who choose a collaborative divorce process have decided to go with an option that provides greater control and is often more efficient. This process essentially allows both parties to negotiate a settlement agreement in a nonadversarial fashion. But how can you...