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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
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      • Domestic Violence And Divorce
      • Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
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    • Mediation Services
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The role of forensic accounting in California divorce cases

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Jun 29, 2023 | Divorce

Divorce can be a complex and emotionally charged process, especially when it comes to the division of assets and financial matters. Often people going through a divorce choose to hide money to ensure their spouse doesn't have access to it when the courts finalize the...

Emotional abuse and domestic violence

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Jun 27, 2023 | Blog, Domestic Violence

One spouse's emotional abuse could inflict severe harm on a partner, leading to divorce. A partner's verbal tirades and painful comments may reach the point where a spouse feels concerned for their safety, resulting in requests for protective orders in a California...

Making the most of supervised visitation

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Jun 12, 2023 | Child Custody

When parents separate or divorce in California, their divorce takes a toll on their kids. One of the ways it does this is by affecting the amount of time children can spend with their parents. Sometimes, third-party supervision requirements drastically impact a...

How does California law divide debt during divorce?

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | May 29, 2023 | Blog, Divorce

Property division is often a contentious part of divorce proceedings. California is a community property state. Therefore, the court will divide all community property equally, including debts. Defining community vs. separate debt in divorce Any debt accumulated...

How collaborative divorces can be beneficial

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | May 26, 2023 | Blog, Divorce

Couples who end their marriages in California with a litigated divorce usually experience stress and hostility. Collaborative divorces involve negotiation and cooperation. Collaborative divorce definition Both soon-to-be ex-spouses work together from start to finish...

Community property in California

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | May 22, 2023 | Property Division

Out of all aspects of divorce, the most contentious involves marital property. From the beloved family home to six-figure retirement accounts, spouses once united by marriage are now at odds. California law explicitly divides property equally. The state is one of...

How is a child affected by their father being out of the picture?

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | May 18, 2023 | Blog, Child Custody And Support

Many things can determine how a California child grows up. Parents are a big factor in their child's upbringing and the type of adult they ultimately become. However, when a father is not involved in the child’s life, it can have several adverse effects. Decreased...

Determining your credit card needs after getting divorced in California

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | May 4, 2023 | Divorce

Some married couples in California won't stay that way forever. In these cases, getting a divorce is an option that can benefit two people when they can't stay together. However, lots of changes come with a divorce. One of these changes can involve your credit cards....

Behaviors that often lead to divorce

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Apr 21, 2023 | Divorce

Relationships are complicated, and conflicts inevitably arise. If you've lost the magic you once had, perhaps it's time to look in the mirror and honestly assess your behavior while your California marriage is still salvageable. Here are four behaviors that may lead...

3 questions to help divorced co-parents

On Behalf of Law Offices of John A. Guthrie | Apr 6, 2023 | Blog, Divorce

When California parents make the difficult decision to dissolve their marriage, the care of any children involved in the divorce is paramount. In the ideal scenario, divorces are amicable, and each parent commits to working with the other. When putting together your...

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