Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Business Valuation Methods In California 101
So you have come to the point where divorce is inevitable. Many couples come to this point, but some lucky few have to deal with the added complication of valuing and dividing their business as an asset. Many are familiar with the concept that California is a community property state. What this works out… Read More »
Business Valuations In Divorce
Divorce is often complicated, and there is no ‘universal handbook.’ Every marriage is different, so every divorce is different. No couple has precisely the same assets, motive, or agenda when divorcing. The uncertainty surrounding divorce and the asset-division portion of divorce, is compounded exponentially when you have a business to consider. Not only are… Read More »
Dividing A Business In Divorce? Beware These Common Errors In Business Valuations
Divorce proceedings have a lot of moving pieces, and a diverse cast of individuals and professionals may need to be brought in to play their part. If your divorce requires that you have a business valuation conducted, you may need to engage with many specialists, including brokers, certified public accountants, financial analysts, etc. It… Read More »
Retirement Funds And California Divorce
It is common to talk about the foibles of young love, or of young couples leaping into marriage before they really know who they are or what they ultimately want out of life. In these scenarios, it is not altogether surprising that very young couples make up a large percentage of couples who ultimately… Read More »
Helping Kids Come To Terms With Divorce
Divorce can be stressful and tumultuous for even the most mature, level-headed adult: imagine what it can be like for a young kid. A huge percentage of children in the U.S. experience parental divorce. However, how well your child processes this re-constructing of their world rests in large part on their parents and support… Read More »
A Tale Of Caution: Former NBA Player Ordered To Pay Six Figures In Back Child Support
Matt Barnes, who formerly played for NBA team the Golden State Warriors, was recently ordered by the California court system to pay a whopping $133,976.54 in child support for his twin sons with his ex-wife Gloria Govan. Mr. Barnes and his ex-wife separated in 2014 and their divorce was finalized in 2016. The marriage… Read More »
How To Get Your California Divorce – Even If You Can’t Find Your Spouse
One would think that finally coming to the conclusion that you want (or need) to get a divorce would be the hardest part of the journey. All too often, people are surprised to discover just how problematic pursuing the divorce process can be, particularly if you have a partner who is not cooperating. Divorce… Read More »
What Is In A California Divorce Decree?
The very word “decree” may muster into people’s minds a medieval picture. A King’s herald, perhaps, standing on his soapbox, arraigned in gold attire and reading off of a scroll. The term “divorce decree,” however, is common vernacular in contemporary times. If you are pursuing a divorce, you should be aware of what this… Read More »
How Do California Courts Decide On Spousal Support?
The issue of spousal support, also commonly referred to as “alimony,” is not unique to California. Every state in the U.S. deals with divorce cases involving the question of spousal support or alimony every day. However, while the issue itself is not unique, you should be aware of the unique rules and regulations enacted… Read More »
Tips For Minimizing Conflict In Divorce
Most people do not come out of a divorce action with a great relationship with their ex. Sure, it CAN happen, but most divorce actions grow contentious at one point or another. Stakes are high, your entire world is changing, and people often feel completely out of control of their life. With emotions at… Read More »