When you own a closely held business and face divorce in California, property division can feel overwhelming. A business often represents years of work and future income. Understanding how courts approach valuation helps you prepare for what comes next. Why business...
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The High-Income Earner’s Guide to California Spousal Support: Strategic Compliance and Mitigation
On Behalf of Lauzon Paluch | Jul 1, 2025 | Divorce
Spousal support, often called alimony, can be one of the most debated issues during a divorce. For high-income earners in California, the rules may feel even more complex. Understanding how the courts view support can help prepare for what to expect. Temporary and...
How do courts decide spousal support in high-value divorces?
On Behalf of Lauzon Paluch | Jan 31, 2025 | Divorce
Spousal support, also called alimony, plays a big role in high-value divorces. Courts consider different factors when determining support amounts. They review the length of the marriage, each spouse’s income, and the lifestyle they maintained. In cases with...
The impact of social media on divorce and child custody
On Behalf of Lauzon Paluch | Dec 10, 2024 | Divorce
Social media has transformed how people communicate and share their lives. While it offers convenience and connection, it can complicate divorce and child custody proceedings. Posts, comments and photos on social media can become evidence in family court. It is...
Co-parenting strategies for high-conflict divorces
On Behalf of Lauzon Paluch | Sep 30, 2024 | Divorce
In high-conflict divorces, managing co-parenting can seem impossible. Still, despite personal differences, the best interests of your child should be the top priority. When tensions are high, a few proven strategies can reduce conflict, make co-parenting smoother,...
Steps to help your kids through a divorce
On Behalf of Lauzon Paluch | Aug 5, 2024 | Divorce
Divorce is a challenging experience for everyone involved, but it can be especially tough on young children. Ensuring that they feel secure and loved during this time is essential, and it is important to understand some ways you can help them get through your divorce....
How can parents meet their children’s needs during a divorce?
On Behalf of Lauzon Paluch | Jun 4, 2024 | Divorce
Divorce can be difficult for children. For example, they may feel uncertain about their future. School and extracurriculars can give children stability during and after a divorce, and parents can take several approaches to help their kids thrive. School Open...
3 factors California courts consider for spousal support
On Behalf of Lauzon Paluch | Apr 10, 2024 | Divorce
When a marriage ends in divorce, one of the most important issues to resolve is spousal support, also known as alimony. As you prepare for your divorce, you might wonder what to expect from the alimony determination. In California, courts consider various factors when...
How California courts determine community vs. separate property
On Behalf of Lauzon Paluch | Feb 7, 2024 | Blog, Divorce
Property division during divorce can be nerve-wracking. Assets often have sentimental value in addition to financial worth, making the process complex and contentious. A key factor in deciding what each party keeps and what the court equitably divides depends on...
Determining a child’s best interests in California
On Behalf of Lauzon Paluch | Sep 19, 2023 | Divorce, Family Law
When California courts make decisions about child custody and visitation, their number one priority is the child's best interests. California law governs the determination of what comprises a child's best interests. Although judges have room for using their judgment,...
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