On behalf of The Law Offices of Ronda A. Middleton | Jan 20, 2020 | Divorce
For Californians and people throughout the United States, weddings are a major life event they want to celebrate with family and friends. While this is understandable, it can also have ramifications in the future. Paying the wedding debt can be a struggle. As couples...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Ronda A. Middleton | Jan 14, 2020 | Divorce
California couples who are currently married may want a way to protect assets that have been accumulated during their time together. This may be done by creating a postnuptial agreement. It may be beneficial for couples who are trying to be more responsible with their...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Ronda A. Middleton | Dec 30, 2019 | Divorce
The waiting period for divorce in California is one reason couples might file for divorce in January, hoping to wrap up everything by summer, but this is not the only reason many experts say divorces spike in January. Other reasons cited are wanting a fresh start as...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Ronda A. Middleton | Dec 23, 2019 | Divorce
Some couples in California may want to sign a prenuptial agreement or even a cohabitation agreement before moving in together. This can be a good idea, but it can also make for a difficult conversation. This was the case for one woman whose boyfriend asked her to sign...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Ronda A. Middleton | Dec 16, 2019 | Divorce
It can be challenging for newly engaged couples in California to focus on the pragmatic side of their future marriage, like discussing finances. While it may not be the most comfortable thing to do, focusing on the benefits of discussing finances early on in the...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Ronda A. Middleton | Oct 21, 2019 | Divorce
In California and across the country, political debates have drawn attention to tax policy in the United States, especially as it affects some of the wealthiest families. Some candidates have advocated for higher taxes on rich individuals and couples, and these...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Ronda A. Middleton | Oct 15, 2019 | Divorce
In California, many people hope to achieve their dreams in Silicon Valley by founding the next big tech startup. The right idea and the right investors can propel small companies to billion-dollar valuations, and the state is a hub for advanced tech workers throughout...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Ronda A. Middleton | Oct 7, 2019 | Divorce
When people in California make the decision to divorce, dividing the marital home can be a challenging prospect. Both people may feel a sense of emotional attachment to the property. Even more, the home can be the largest single asset shared by the couple, so each...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Ronda A. Middleton | Oct 1, 2019 | Divorce
With divorce rates hovering at about 50% for all first-time marriages, and even higher for subsequent marriages, a significant number of California residents might go through this experience. Divorce can be a long, tense period that evokes many negative feelings....
On behalf of The Law Offices of Ronda A. Middleton | Sep 23, 2019 | Divorce
Many marriages in California and around the country end in divorce, and spouses sometimes choose to take this path when personality traits that may have once seemed minor or even endearing become irritating or overwhelming. Nobody is perfect and annoying habits are...
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