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Interesting and informative articles from attorneys experienced in family law, mediation, and collaborative divorce.
Divorce: Private or Public?
Divorce can be difficult no matter the circumstances. What you may not know is how much of your personal matter and financial information becomes public…
The Key to Success when Dividing Retirement Plans in a California Divorce
By Diana L. MartinezCollaborative Lawyer and Mediator Dividing retirement plans in a divorce can be complicated. Whether you are in a high-conflict divorce in court or in an out-of-court process like mediation or collaborative divorce, mistakes can result in losing...
In a California Divorce, “50/50” isn’t always “Equal”
By Diana L. MartinezCollaborative Lawyer & Mediator When you divorce in California, with few exceptions, any assets you acquired during the marriage get split equally. This includes retirement and pension plans. Social Security is separate property, under Federal...