Redwood City, California Family Law Blog

Getting married is a major step to take for any couple in California. And much like a couple does not enter this union without much thought, couples do not end this union without making some major decisions. However, even when a divorcing couple is prepared to deal with the issues that come with the process, this does not mean it is easy or without emotional turmoil and disputes. One of the most contentious divorce issues is property division, as it is often hard for divorcing spouses to see eye-to-eye on throughout this process.

It is not uncommon for a spouse to be unsure of their property rights during and after a marriage, as one does not always label property as marital and non-marital as they accumulate it. While including a prenuptial agreement in a union can help spell this out for spouses, this step is not always taken. So whether a marital document was included or not, the attorneys at Joseph R. Zoucha, Attorney & Counselor at Law, are dedicated at guiding spouses in the Redwood area through the property division and divorce process.

In California, one of the biggest concerns when a couple ends a marriage is how property will be divided. There is often a dispute over property obtained during a marriage and who is entitled to it. For couples embroiled in this type of disagreement, it is important to understand how the law addresses these considerations.

While community property relates to property that the couple acquired after they were married and separate property is for property that was owned by either side before the marriage, quasi-community property might not be so easily understood. For those whose property falls into this category, it is important to know how this will impact their case and what can be done about it.

In California, when there is an order for a noncustodial parent to pay child support to the custodial parent, it is a common foundation for dispute. Many issues can arise with child support and with a wage assignment, the payments come directly out of the paycheck of the supporting parent. With a wage assignment - also known as garnishment - there are certain facts that should be understood. These are critical to both parties.

An employer will receive a wage assignment and must begin taking the money out of the parent's paycheck within 10 days. The payments will be sent to the State Disbursement Unit. The SDU will then provide the supported parent with the payment. Some people do not want their wages garnished. The court must have wage assignments to collect child support. This is a requirement under the law. However, it is possible to object to a wage assignment. If the parents decide they do not want a wage assignment, the court can review the case to determine if eliminating the wage assignment is feasible.

In California, it is not unusual for there to be celebrity divorces. Often, these fall into the category of a high asset divorce. When divorce is being considered, initially, it might not be comparable for everyday couples to look at celebrity divorces and seek similarities. However, it is not uncommon for those who are well-known to engage in public disputes over money, property and other aspects of a marriage regardless of its duration. Many couples have failed to get a prenuptial agreement. For those who are facing these concerns, it is wise to examine celebrity divorces and find parallels, especially with people who have large incomes. Of course, legal assistance is crucial.

Two actors - Scott Grimes and Adrianne Palicki - have decided to part ways after two months of marriage. Both are actors on the TV show "The Orville." Ms. Palicki was on the popular show "Friday Night Lights" and has worked on many other programs. The couple had recently been at the San Diego Comic Convention together. They were married in Texas in May. The 48-year-old Mr. Grimes was married twice before; however, his was the first marriage for the 36-year-old Ms. Palicki. The filing was made in Los Angeles.