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Recognizing Strategies Spouses Use to Attempt to Hide Assets: Part Two

By Cardwell Steigerwald Young LLP |

While it is understandable that humans might feel compelled to act selfishly and hide financial assets in order to shore-up their own wellbeing in a divorce, that does not mean that it is an excusable action in the eyes of the court. Hiding financial assets or information can rise to the level of criminal… Read More »

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Recognizing Strategies Spouses Use to Hide Assets: Part One

By Cardwell Steigerwald Young LLP |

Divorce has been around for a long time. The all-too-human passions of greed, fear, and self-preservation have existed even longer. Part of the turmoil of divorce is emotional, but a large part is also, understandably, due to financial fear and strain. In the best of cases, a divorce will likely mean a change in… Read More »

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Relocation and Child Custody

By Cardwell Steigerwald Young LLP |

Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied have, reportedly, finalized their divorce after a very public scandal rocked their eleven-year marriage. The pair had been married for nearly twelve years, share two children together, and had been living in France. No report has been made of either party seeking to move away from the area in… Read More »

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When is a Marriage “Irretrievably Broken”?

By Cardwell Steigerwald Young LLP |

Oftentimes, many strategic decisions need to be made in the course of finalizing a divorce. One of the first decisions, after the important decision to file, is to determine the grounds for divorce. As California is a “no fault” state, “irreconcilable differences” is, by far, the most common legal ground stated by parties. A… Read More »

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Consequences of Violating a Restraining Orders in California

By Cardwell Steigerwald Young LLP |

Restraining orders play an important role and restraining orders can be a valuable tool in high-conflict situations. However, all too often restraining orders ARE violated. These violations can be purposeful, or even accidental. However, whether a person meant to break the terms of a restraining order or not – the terms exist. If they… Read More »

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What Happens to Child Custody Orders When Kids Turn 18?

By Cardwell Steigerwald Young LLP |

The date that children will no longer be beholden to follow the terms of a custody order is not ALWAYS simply the date that the child turns eighteen and gains the legal protections of their adult status. This article highlights some key things for parents to remember about when and how custody orders might… Read More »

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Domestic Violence vs Self Defense in California

By Cardwell Steigerwald Young LLP |

Domestic violence cases can be tricky. This article will help readers better recognize the difference between self-defense and domestic violence. Once that understanding is built, you can better understand what is required to prove self-defense in a domestic violence situation. Self-Defense vs. Domestic Violence Readers must first understand how California defines the terms “self-defense”… Read More »

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Defending Against Motions to Modify Child Custody

By Cardwell Steigerwald Young LLP |

The details going into child custody and visitation rights are very often the biggest hang-ups in divorce cases being settled and finalized. Parents are willing to fight tooth and nail to make sure their child is taken care of and has everything they need for a stable, happy life. But the reality is, custody… Read More »

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Dividing a Business in California Divorce

By Cardwell Steigerwald Young LLP |

When you are a business owner and anticipating that you will soon be going through a divorce in a community property state, there is a lot you need to consider. Under several scenarios any business that was purchased during the marriage or that has become commingled in marital funds could very well be seen… Read More »

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What Judges Look at When Determining Child Custody

By Cardwell Steigerwald Young LLP |

When it comes to a divorce and the child custody questions that can come with that, you should expect that the court’s overriding interest is going to be endeavoring to ensure that the child’s best interests are met. In making their considerations, you can expect a judge to consider a number of common factors…. Read More »

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