Divorce
What’s the Difference Between Legal Separation and Divorce?
Posted in Divorce on May 5, 2025
When a relationship doesn’t work out, many married couples assume that divorce is the only option. However, a legal separation might suit you better. What’s the difference between separation and divorce? Discover the answer in this guide from our team at Ratzer | Dobis. Connect with us when you need a divorce lawyer in Carlsbad to guide… read more
What Disqualifies You from Alimony in a Divorce?
Posted in Alimony,Divorce on January 5, 2025
Are you seeking a divorce from a spouse who earns significantly more money than you? In California, you may begin collecting alimony, also known as spousal support, after your divorce proceedings if you qualify. Speak with a divorce lawyer in Carlsbad, CA, about asking a judge to award you alimony. It might help you maintain your… read more
Navigating Mutually Beneficial Division of Assets
Posted in Divorce on December 5, 2024
Dividing assets can be one of the most contentious aspects in a divorce, and there’s definitely a lot at stake – both emotionally and financially. Whether it’s real estate, bank accounts, or sentimental items, the process can become emotionally charged and incredibly complex. Finding the right balance between what is fair and practical is the… read more
Protecting Your Financial Future: Dividing Complex Assets in a California Divorce
Posted in Divorce,High Asset Divorce,Property Division on September 26, 2024
The end of a marriage can be overwhelming and complicated as it is. However, when you share complex assets, dividing your marital estate can be that much more difficult. It is not uncommon for these negotiations to become contentious, with one spouse arguing that the other is attempting to take advantage of them. Fortunately, there… read more
Who Gets to Stay in the House During a Divorce?
Posted in Divorce,Property Division on June 5, 2024
Divorce involves the division of assets in all situations. It is taking one life built together and dividing it among two people. Who gets to stay in the house during a divorce is dependent on a number of factors based on ownership. Let a Del Mar divorce attorney from Ratzer|Dobis review your case today. California Is a… read more
Posted in Divorce on March 20, 2024
It is not uncommon for divorce to take a very long time. Decision-making and separating assets can be a complicated process. If your case is dragging out and you want to speed up the process, you may wish to consider bifurcation, a method that aims to help people to move from being married to single… read more
How Should I File My Taxes While Going Through a Divorce?
Posted in Divorce,Divorce Mediation,High Asset Divorce on February 29, 2024
You may be going through a divorce but still have to file your taxes. In this instance, do not delay getting your taxes done. If you do not file them in accordance with IRS guidelines, you face penalties. At the same time, you can prepare for your divorce proceedings and consider how you will file… read more
How Long Does it Take to Get a Divorce in California if it is Uncontested?
Posted in California,Divorce,Divorce Mediation,Family Code,Spousal Support on January 27, 2024
Beginning the divorce process can either feel like a commitment to an ultramarathon where the finish line is nowhere in sight or a short sprint to the completion of the journey of marriage. An uncontested divorce provides an avenue of avoiding drawn-out, complicated processes in favor of a more straightforward way of dissolving a marriage… read more
Can Spousal Support be Waived in California?
Posted in California,Divorce,Divorce Mediation,Spousal Support on January 16, 2024
Determining California spousal support can be one of the most contentious topics in a divorce. In some instances, the determination of support is addressed before the marriage becomes legal in a prenuptial agreement. Weighing spousal support options with an experienced Solana Beach family law attorney with in-depth knowledge of prenuptial agreements and whether waiving this right… read more
What is the Difference Between Annulment and Divorce?
Posted in Divorce on November 5, 2023
Both annulment and divorce will end your marriage, but the two terms have several differences that can play a role in what occurs under the law. At Ratzer|Dobis, our Solana Beach divorce attorney works to provide our clients with comprehensive information and insight into all of their legal options, and a component of that process… read more