Our Blog
Latest News and Notes from Holstrom, Block & Parke, a Professional Law Corporation
How Do You Petition for Alimony During a Divorce Process?
At one time, alimony was an automatic part of divorce, but that is no longer the case. If you want…
Can Alimony be Waived in a Prenup or Postnup?
California law can be surprisingly picky when it comes to determining the issues that can and cannot be predetermined in…
How are Marital Debts Treated During Divorce?
All too often, people who are divorcing focus all their attention on the process of dividing marital community property and…
Is My Inheritance at Risk During Divorce?
California’s community property laws often trigger serious financial worries in divorce. We’ve all heard horror stories of people losing “everything”…
Qualified Retirement Plans Require Special Handling in Divorce
For many divorcing couples, the assets in retirement plans represent a significant portion of marital property. Both the process of…
How Long Will Alimony Last In California?
Alimony, which is referred to in California statutes as spousal support, is money the court orders one spouse to pay…
Is Alimony Taxable in California?
For years, people got used to the idea that alimony was taxable as income and created a tax deduction for…
Can Alimony Be Modified in California?
Whether you are paying alimony or receiving alimony, the payments make a big impact on your life and financial situation.…
Forensic Accounting in Divorce
The popularity of crime shows makes many people automatically associate the word “forensic” with efforts to solve a murder. While…
How Does Cohabitation or Remarriage Affect Alimony?
If you are paying or receiving alimony in California, you need to understand how payment obligations can be affected by…
What Happens if Alimony is Not Paid?
Alimony—known as spousal support under California law—is a sensitive subject. Former spouses ordered to pay alimony often resent the depletion…
Domestic Violence in California Divorce and Custody
In the state of California, domestic violence isn't merely a private issue but one that has deep implications for divorce…
