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4 ways a marriage can quickly come to a close

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Sep 11, 2018 | Divorce

There are many reasons why people divorce and each case is different. Nevertheless, there are certain scenarios that divorce lawyers in California see again and again. Although the following divorce scenarios are fictional, you may find yourself identifying with one...

How comparative wealth can affect divorce

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Sep 4, 2018 | Blog, High Asset Divorce

According to some experts, amicable divorces are actually more common among Californians with very significant assets. One divorce attorney said that wealthy couples with over $5 million in assets are more likely to achieve amicable settlements. However, upper middle...

Financial considerations when planning to divorce

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Aug 29, 2018 | Blog, High Asset Divorce

California couples who are ending their marriages might worry about what their futures might look like. By taking a realistic look at their finances, they might be able to avoid making costly errors during and after their divorces.According to one financial adviser,...

Considering divorce? Remember community property guidelines.

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Aug 24, 2018 | Property Division

If you're ready to get a divorce, the first thing you should know about are the laws in California. Unlike many states, California is a community property state. What that means is that any marital property is split equally among you and your spouse, not equitably....

Understanding child support

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Aug 22, 2018 | Child Custody And Support

In order for a child support arrangement to be established, the relationship between the child and the parent has to be established. Parents in California should understand that verifying the maternity and paternity of a child is an important factor in obtaining child...

The four different types of child support cases

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Aug 15, 2018 | Child Custody And Support

When California parents split up or get a divorce, one parent may be required to pay child support to the other parent. However, child support payments can be confusing when parents are first starting to make payments. This is because there are four types of child...

Keep your inheritance safe with better legal knowledge

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Aug 9, 2018 | Property Division

When you're considering a divorce, one of the things you might be worried about is the potential to lose a great deal of an inheritance. The good news is that the majority of inheritances won't be considered marital property. However, if you share the inheritance or...

Student loans can lead to a divorce

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Aug 7, 2018 | Divorce

People who graduated from college in 2017 did so with an average student loan debt of $39,400. Overall, someone who has a student loan debt has an average balance of $34,144, which is a 62 percent increase in the past decade. This debt load can have a significant...

How to co-parent effectively after a divorce

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Jul 30, 2018 | Child Custody And Support

Estranged California parents need to prioritize the best interests of their children after a divorce. This means understanding that the other parent is important to the child despite the differences between the parents. Parents should allow their children to talk...

Yes, the courts will divide your debts in a California divorce

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Jul 25, 2018 | Property Division

The average couple considering divorce probably doesn't agree on what fair terms for that look like. For many couples, property division is the most contentious issue other than child custody in a divorce. Each spouse may have his or her idea about what is fair, and...

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