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What Steps are Necessary to Enter a Valid Premarital Agreement in California?
The California Uniform Premarital Agreement Act requires that premarital agreements be in writing and signed by both parties. In order to be valid, the agreement must be made … more
In California, Can a Spouse Give Up His or Her Right to Alimony in a Premarital Agreement?
Yes, California law allows spouses to include modification or elimination of spousal support in their prenuptial agreement. However, the law requires that the affected spouse be represented … more
What Is Community Property?
California law defines community property as any asset acquired or income earned by a married person while living with his or her spouse. Separate property is defined as anything acquired by a … more
How Is Community Property Divided?
The law does not require an in kind division of the community property. All that the law requires is that the net value of the assets received by each spouse must be equal. It is not uncommon for … more
What Are The Grounds For Divorce In The State Of California?
California was the first state to implement the nofault divorce concept. In California, a dissolution of marriage (divorce) can be granted if the court finds there to be irreconcilable … more