Divorce is a complex and emotionally charged process, especially when substantial assets are involved. In California, home to many high-net-worth individuals, divorce can become even more intricate. Misconceptions abound, adding to the stress and confusion. Our Stockton divorce attorney dispels the top 25 myths surrounding high-net-worth divorce in California to […] The post The Top 25 Myths About High-Net-Worth Divorce in California appeared first on McKinley, Conger, Jolley & Galarneau, LLP ..read more

As more children are born outside of marriage, establishing parental rights (also known as “paternity” rights and “parentage” rights) is becoming an increasingly important consideration for parents. But establishing parental in some cases is easier said than done. For example, couples who wish to adopt must often undergo a notoriously […] The post How to Establish Parental Rights in California appeared first on McKinley, Conger, Jolley & Galarneau, LLP ..read more

Very few divorces can be characterized as “simple,” but divorcing with children is most certainly more complex than divorcing without children. Because both parents are responsible for the health, safety, and wellbeing of the child, both are required to provide child support in one form or another. Negotiations concerning child […] The post What to Include in a Child Custody Agreement appeared first on McKinley, Conger, Jolley & Galarneau, LLP ..read more

Finances are one of the most contentious issues in many marriages and one of the most common reasons for divorce. After all, everyone handles money differently, and disagreements are bound to arise over finances in almost all marriages. While sharing finances with a spouse can often strengthen a marriage, it […] The post Know the Signs of Marital Financial Abuse appeared first on McKinley, Conger, Jolley & Galarneau, LLP ..read more

Most divorced couples would prefer to begin the process of moving on without constantly being in contact with their exes; that can be difficult for divorced couples with children, as many parents attempt to put aside their differences to implement a co-parenting plan that is best for their children. Co-parenting […] The post Four Behaviors That Can Derail Your Co-Parenting Plan appeared first on McKinley, Conger, Jolley & Galarneau, LLP ..read more

California is a community property state. What this means is that property that is part of the marital estate — generally, property acquired by either spouse during marriage or purchased with money earned while married — is divided equally between the spouses upon divorce. The division of property after marriage […] The post What Happens to Intellectual Property in a Divorce? appeared first on McKinley, Conger, Jolley & Galarneau, LLP ..read more

Every year on January 1, a spate of new laws go into effect touching on nearly every subject imaginable, including family law. 2024 is no different. California, long known for being at the cutting edge of legal trends, frequently updates its family laws to take into account a variety of […] The post California Family Law Updates for 2024 appeared first on McKinley, Conger, Jolley & Galarneau, LLP ..read more

Parental custody is by far the most common form of child custody in California and nationwide. However, it is by no means unheard of for children to live full-time with people who are not their parents, such as their grandparents, aunts and uncles, and even close family friends. In some […] The post When Custody Can Be Awarded to a Non-Parent appeared first on McKinley, Conger, Jolley & Galarneau, LLP ..read more

Property division is one of the most complex and potentially contentious issues in any divorce. Especially in high-asset divorces, the division of the marital estate can require extensive property valuations, forensic accounting, and negotiations between both parties. One asset that can cause property division to become even thornier than normal […] The post How to Value a Business in a Divorce appeared first on McKinley, Conger, Jolley & Galarneau, LLP ..read more

It is commonly understood that property division in California divorces is 50/50. While this generally is true, it does not necessarily mean that every single asset you and your spouse own will be divided that way, as not all property is considered community property. Separate property that you and your […] The post What Property Is Not Divided in a California Divorce? appeared first on McKinley, Conger, Jolley & Galarneau, LLP ..read more