Stephane Quinn
LATEST ARTICLES BY : Stephane Quinn
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| Last Modified on Jan 19, 2026
Joint Legal Custody in California – All You Need to Know
One of the greatest concerns many parents have about their impending divorces and child custody determinations is how to ensure joint legal custody. In California, the family court generally seeks to ensure that a child…
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| Last Modified on Apr 16, 2026
Parental Alienation in California – All You Need to Know
Parental alienation in California is a deliberate manipulation tactic by one parent to cause a child to fear or dislike the other parent, often to influence custody outcomes. While not a crime, California courts prioritize…
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| Last Modified on Jan 01, 2025
If My Husband Owns a Business in California, Do I Own It Too?
Divorce can present many complex financial questions. If you are married to a business owner, you may wonder, “If my husband owns a business in California, do I own it, too?” This can be a…
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| Last Modified on Apr 16, 2026
California Divorce 10-Year Rule – All You Need to Know
The California divorce 10-year rule primarily concerns how the length of a marriage affects the duration of spousal support payments. For marriages of 10 years or less, a court will typically have jurisdiction over alimony…
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| Last Modified on Mar 25, 2025
Legal Separation in California – All You Need to Know
Divorce is not always the right option for a couple, and some couples wish to separate before they meet the state’s residency requirements for divorce. Married couples can separate without getting a divorce by filing…
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| Last Modified on Apr 16, 2026
How Long Does Alimony Last in California?
In California, the duration of alimony primarily depends on the length of the marriage. For marriages that lasted 10 years or less, spousal support is generally paid for half the length of the marriage. If…
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| Last Modified on Mar 17, 2026
What Is Inheritance Tax?
We often build wealth and an estate in our lifetimes in hopes that, when we pass on, it can go to our loved ones and provide for them. It’s a kind of final gift to…
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| Last Modified on Mar 25, 2025
California Divorce Statistics
California divorce statistics can appear to paint a relatively bleak picture when it comes to marriage in the state. The state has one of the highest divorce rates in the United States, and due to…
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| Last Modified on Jan 02, 2025
What Is Parallel Parenting in California?
In an ideal world, separated parents would be able to come together and still parent their children with a sense of unity and cohesion. Of course, in an ideal world, we wouldn’t have divorces, custody…
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| Last Modified on Jan 19, 2026
Divorcing a Narcissist in California – All You Need to Know
Divorce is one of the most challenging things that a person can go through. Divorcing a narcissist has the potential to make that process all the more challenging. That doesn’t mean, though, that you need…
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