Vista Family Law Blog
Closing your bank account during divorce
You and your ex need to separate your finances when getting a divorce. Often, it’s a good idea to close any shared bank accounts when you first start the separation. It may take you months to actually finalize your divorce, but you could start living separately much...
Why choosing divorce mediation over litigation can benefit kids
It’s true that because divorce is such a painful experience, it can often become adversarial. But despite what you see every day in pop culture, you can pursue a relatively low-stress divorce process if you’re thoughtful about your approach. However, achieving an...
Can a prenuptial agreement be invalidated?
When you meet the love of your life, you hope to tie the knot and spend the rest of your life with them. Unfortunately, some love stories end in divorce. And this explains why more and more couples are signing prenups before making things official. A prenuptial...
Why do couples divorce?
Whether your marriage is going well or has been on the rocks for some time, you can learn from the experiences of others. Understanding what led them to divorce can help you avoid making the same mistakes. Or it could help you realize that your marriage is beyond the...
3 ways to keep separate property separate during divorce
Divorce causes married couples, who used to want to merge their assets, to fight tooth and nail to split everything they have. California’s community property law prescribes an equal distribution for anything acquired or bought during the marital period. On the other...
When do courts allow post-judgment modification of support?
Even if years have passed since the court has issued a child support order, parties can request to amend its terms, typically involving the amount. However, not every situation calls for modifying the existing order. Family courts allow changes in support terms only...
What are the types of parenting time setups in California?
When divorcing, you might need to create a parenting plan if you have a child. This plan is the agreed-upon arrangement that allows you and your former spouse to care for your child. Sometimes, divorcing couples can see eye to eye on how to raise the child. If not,...
Five ways to protect post-divorce financial stability
Divorce can be scary from both an emotional and a financial standpoint. You might lose your sense of normalcy and feel like your life is riddled with uncertainty, leaving you fearful of how you’re going to get by in the months and years ahead. Although you might’ve...
Who keeps the family home in a California divorce?
A family home shelters a couple’s journey through the years. As a silent refuge witnessing how the relationship began and thrived, it makes sense how it remains a pivotal element during divorce. In assessing who gets to keep it, soon-to-be ex-couples must determine if...
3 mediation styles and how they can help settle your divorce
Not all divorces must be a battlefield. Yours can be peaceful and productive if you and your ex choose it to be. Unlike going before a judge in a court trial for disagreements on multiple issues, mediation is an alternative dispute resolution option that allows you...