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  • Home
  • About
  • Attorneys
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    • Divorce
      • High – Asset Divorce
      • Business Valuation and Division
      • Property Division
      • Spousal Support
      • Child Custody and Visitation
      • Child Support
      • Contested and Uncontested Divorce
    • Domestic Violence
      • Domestic Violence And Divorce
      • Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
    • Family Law
      • Paternity
      • Post – Judgment Modifications
    • Mediation Services
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    • California Community Property Basics
    • Changing the Terms of Your California Divorce Decree
    • Getting a Divorce? Watch Out for Hidden Assets
    • Modifying Child Support Payments in Tough Economic Times
    • Modifying Parenting Plans an Ongoing Process in California
    • Financial considerations for divorcing baby boomers
    • Imputation of income: Best interests of child finding required
    • Want an amicable divorce? Consider divorce mediation
    • How to make an effective child custody agreement
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Dividing a 401(k)

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | May 9, 2024 | Divorce, Property Division

Splitting assets can be a complicated process during a divorce in California. It can be difficult to determine how much assets cost and how certain assets should be sold. These worries are magnified when there is a 401(k) account involved. Divorcing couples must take...

How can I enforce a custody order in California?

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Apr 30, 2024 | Child Custody

Arranging a custody order can be challenging. Depending on the situation, this process usually involves the parents, the child and the court. Once the order is final, the next step is implementing it. This document is legally enforceable, meaning failure to follow it...

Dealing with a forgotten asset after the divorce settlement

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Apr 24, 2024 | Divorce

A divorce settlement is usually understood as a final resolution of the legal issues between the former California spouses. However, in some situations, one or both spouses might realize that an item was forgotten during the divorce negotiations and not included in...

The effect of workplace stress on your marriage

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Apr 10, 2024 | Divorce

There are many reasons why a California couple might find themselves in the middle of marital strife. A recent report shows that workplace stress can be one of the reasons that marriage is negatively impacted. Understanding the ways your workplace might impact your...

The role of a forensic accountant in a high-asset divorce

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Mar 30, 2024 | High Asset Divorce

Divorces are tough, especially when there is a lot of money involved. That is where forensic accountants come in. These financial experts are like detectives who help unravel all the money mysteries in a high-asset divorce. Understanding the role of forensic...

Getting a home appraised during a divorce

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Mar 26, 2024 | Divorce

When divorcing couples sit down to discuss the sensitive issue of property division, their talks are unlikely to be productive if they do not know how much their assets are worth. The most valuable marital asset is usually the primary residence, which is why many...

Protecting your child from co-parenting conflicts

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Mar 13, 2024 | Child Custody

Co-parenting after a California divorce is not always smooth. Even if you and your former spouse have an amicable relationship, there will be times that you might see things differently. While this might be normal, it is important to avoid putting your child in the...

Modifying spousal support in California

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Feb 22, 2024 | Child Custody And Support, Child Support

California residents who pay or receive spousal support may petition the court to have the arrangements modified in certain situations. Both permanent and temporary spousal support orders can be changed if legal grounds can be established. However, they cannot be if...

Unpacking the complicated emotions associated with divorce

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Feb 13, 2024 | Divorce

There is a range of emotions that couples in California who are contemplating divorce experience. These can include shock, guilt, grief, anger and fear. For many divorcing couples, these emotions start long before the divorce process begins. Shock and guilt Shock can...

Protecting your retirement in a divorce

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Jan 25, 2024 | Blog, Divorce

Divorce can be a challenging and emotional process, especially when it comes to dividing assets accumulated during a marriage. For many couples, one of the most significant assets is their retirement savings. If you find yourself facing a divorce in California, you...

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