Klausner | Johnson, LLPKlausner | Johnson, LLP2026-03-10T18:27:49Zhttps://www.klausnerjohnson.com/feed/atom/WordPress/wp-content/uploads/sites/1104044/2024/09/cropped-Klausner-Johnson-site-icon-New-32x32.pngOn Behalf of Klausner | Johnson LLP<![CDATA[What is digital asset hiding?]]>https://www.klausnerjohnson.com/?p=492582024-09-20T07:51:18Z2023-03-03T16:00:40ZHow asset hiding works
CNBC discusses digital asset hiding in divorce cases. Generally speaking, a person wants to hide assets so they can keep the entire asset to himself or herself without having to share with their spouse. They often have various reasons for doing this, ranging from fear of financial instability to disdain toward their partner.
Digital asset hiding is one of the newer forms of asset hiding. It utilizes cryptocurrency, a form of digital currency like bitcoin. The actual tactic is not new, however.
When hiding assets like this, a person will purchase a stock of cryptocurrency. They will then hide this stock away and leave it unused or let it grow. Their overall intention? To sell the stocks after the divorce gets finalized, so they can take that money back without having to divide it.
This is similar to another asset-hiding tactic, in which a person will buy high-priced items like electronics or cars with the intention of returning or selling it after the divorce to get their money back.
Taking action in the face of hidden assets
Of course, any form of asset hiding is illegal, including digital asset hiding. If you suspect your partner of engaging in this behavior, consider hiring a forensic financial analyst to see potential options for digging into this suspicion.]]>On Behalf of Klausner | Johnson LLP<![CDATA[How should you deal with a difficult co-parent?]]>https://www.klausnerjohnson.com/?p=492572024-09-20T07:51:23Z2023-02-27T14:51:48ZDealing with a difficult co-parent is definitely frustrating, but there are steps you can take to navigate the situation. Here are a few key points to keep in mind.
Examples of narcissistic traits
People prone to narcissistic tendencies like to be the center of attention. As a result, they fail to express empathy for others and their problems. Narcissistic individuals also require lots of praise, which feeds into their constant need for attention.
As far as behaviors go, many people with narcissistic characteristics will act in an arrogant manner. They will also not be shy about using others for personal gain. In this case, you may consistently feel used and taken advantage of by your ex within the co-parenting relationship.
What you can do about a difficult ex-spouse
Upon recognizing these traits, you should accept that there is little chance your ex will make a meaningful change. As a result, it is best to alter your own behaviors to ensure your child receives the best possible care. If your ex behaves in a problematic manner, do your best to stay calm. Responding with anger will only give them the gratification they are looking for.
When communicating, limit topics to those involving your child to avoid conflict. You should also be careful about what you say to your child about your ex-spouse when they behave badly. Negative talk will have a poor effect on your child, even when you have justification.
Finally, make sure you have a solid parenting plan in place. A parenting plan will establish rules for your co-parenting relationship, rules that both parties must follow.]]>On Behalf of Klausner | Johnson LLP<![CDATA[When might you modify a child custody agreement?]]>https://www.klausnerjohnson.com/?p=492562024-09-20T07:51:29Z2023-02-07T03:23:25ZDoes one parent live in a better school district?
If one of you has relocated since receipt of the initial custody order and the school district is a better environment, a modification to custody can award primary custody to that parent for the purposes of the child’s education.
Does the child wish to relocate?
If your child has decided that they wish to live with the non-custodial parent, you can petition the court for a custody modification to do so. Remember that the visitation schedule will change as well, as will the child support obligation.
Has your child’s schedule changed?
As kids get older, obligations in school and after-school jobs can interfere with an established custody and visitation schedule. A petition for modification is an easy way to adjust things so that the schedule works for everyone.
Custody orders are not meant to be final. In fact, you can modify it at any time provided that there is just cause for the change. You just have to present the case in court to ask for modification.]]>On Behalf of Klausner | Johnson LLP<![CDATA[What happens to the pet in a California divorce?]]>https://www.klausnerjohnson.com/?p=492552024-09-20T07:51:33Z2023-02-01T22:44:51Zwhat to do with the animal they once shared.
What determines who gets the pet
Until a few years ago, most courts across the nation looked at pets in a similar way they would other assets, such as a home or vehicle. However, in recent years, a growing number of states started devoting more thought to who gets the pet in a split, and California is among them. Nowadays, California views pets very much in the same way it does children. This means the state now considers the pet’s “best interests” before making decisions about who gets it.
How to handle shared pet custody
In many instances, California’s court system may order you and your ex to share custody of the pet you owned together. If you do this, there are certain things you might do to make things easier on everyone. Putting a detailed agreement together in writing is one way to help avoid conflicts. Therein, be as specific as possible about pickups, drop-offs, decision-making authority with regard to your pet and so on. Think of it like creating a parenting plan, but for a pet, rather than a child.
If you or your ex is thinking about moving away after your divorce, you may need to take this into consideration when making pet custody decisions, too.]]>On Behalf of Klausner | Johnson LLP<![CDATA[Information to help deal with a contentious divorce]]>https://www.klausnerjohnson.com/?p=492542024-09-20T07:51:37Z2023-01-19T02:00:27ZSolid reasons for a divorce
According to information from Psychology Today, many sound reasons exist to file for divorce. Just acknowledging this fact can allow you to see things more clearly. For example, if your partner could not express positive emotions you might never have the chance for happiness, thus making divorce a reasonable decision.
Victims of physical or emotional abuse might also see marriage as something to get away from. Repeated abuse basically disqualifies a continued relationship with your partner, unless things change immediately. If this is the reason for your divorce, the less time you spend thinking about what you could have done differently puts you in a better place.
A partner who frequently abuses substances, whether drugs or alcohol, also puts you in a nearly hopeless position. Not only will you need to navigate much of life on your own in this relationship, but you will also need to carry the weight of your partner.
An important question to ask
No matter what stage of separation you find yourself in, it can help to ask one critical question: would you counsel a friend or a son or a daughter to remain in a marriage similar to yours?
The answer might provide you with the necessary clarity to end your marriage or to stop reliving your divorce. Negotiating the best terms out of a bad marriage can lead you to a better life.]]>On Behalf of Klausner | Johnson LLP<![CDATA[How can we reach a child support agreement outside of court?]]>https://www.klausnerjohnson.com/?p=492532024-09-20T07:51:42Z2023-01-03T14:48:03Z judge must approve it, so it has to follow state law.
Benefits the children
One of the most important aspects of creating a legal child support agreement is ensuring you keep the children's best interests in mind. You need to focus on what they need and the type of financial support they will require. It can be easy to think about yourself and what is best for you, but the court will not approve agreements that do not consider what is best for the children.
Finances
You also want to think about finances. The agreement should not place financial hardship on one parent. Ideally, the arrangement will allow everyone to be comfortable. But the court's ultimate concern will be that the children have the proper care they need and enough money to ensure they can get that care.
Parenting time
Parenting time should weigh into the final decision. Typically, the parent who has the children the most will receive the support payment. If the time is about equal, then the parent who is earning less will likely get the support, or if you are both financially stable, there may be an argument for no support.
The ultimate decision about child support lies with the judge. He or she must approve the agreement. It will then become a court order that you must follow.]]>On Behalf of Klausner | Johnson LLP<![CDATA[How can modifications happen after a divorce is final?]]>https://www.klausnerjohnson.com/?p=492522024-09-20T07:51:46Z2022-12-22T20:41:02Zmodifications you can request involve child custody and support and spousal support.
Reasons for modification
Typically, you will request a modification to your decree if circumstances change. For example, if you have a parenting plan in place, but you or the other parent wants to move out of state, then you will need to revise the plan. Child or spousal support may require a change if income situations are different. You may also wish to get a modification if there are other life changes that would impact any decision made at the time of divorce. It is not unusual to request modifications as people and life change over time. The court does not expect everything to be written in stone.
Process to modify
You will need to work with the court or with a state agency to modify any order made in your divorce decree. You and your former spouse can come to an agreement outside of court, but you will need the final approval of the court because only a judge can alter a court order. Even if you go through a state agency, the agency will have to get the judge to sign off on the changes. Keep that in mind because it is very important. You cannot make modifications on your own. You could end up in trouble with the court if you do.]]>On Behalf of Klausner | Johnson LLP<![CDATA[What to know about prenuptial agreements]]>https://www.klausnerjohnson.com/?p=492512024-09-20T07:51:51Z2022-12-21T18:10:40ZReasons to have a prenuptial agreement
Some people think that prenuptial agreements are only for those with a lot of money. However, U.S. News and World Report discusses that other reasons are if one spouse is entering the marriage with significant debts, there is a former marriage or children from a past relationship and if one spouse owns a business.
Because it outlines specific information regarding financial aspects and other provisions, having a prenup can help couples save time and money in the event there is a divorce.
Requirements for validity
FindLaw discusses that California has certain requirements in order for the agreement to be valid. Each partner must disclose all financial information to the other, each partner must sign it, they must have at least seven days to review the agreement before signing it and they each must have their own attorney for representation.
What to include
Couples can include many different things in the agreement, but there are some common terms:
Protections against the other's debts
Property distribution directions
Protections for family property or business
Provisions for children from former relationships
Management of joint bank accounts
A prenuptial agreement cannot include child custody or support decisions, an alimony rights waiver, financial incentives for divorce or anything illegal.]]>On Behalf of Klausner | Johnson LLP<![CDATA[What happens when a divorce case goes to court?]]>https://www.klausnerjohnson.com/?p=492452024-09-20T07:51:56Z2022-12-12T21:40:44Zwhat a divorce trial is like in California.
If negotiations and other methods fail to resolve your differences with your ex over property division, alimony, child custody, or another key matter, your attorney can have the Family Law Division court set a trial date. While you wait, you and your attorney will prepare your arguments and gather evidence. The court might order you and your ex to attend a settlement conference in one more attempt to avoid a trial.
Preparing for trial
Generally, you won't have access to all the evidence and information you need. The discovery process -- formally asking for relevant documents and other evidence from your ex -- can be a big help when it comes to knowing exactly what the two of you own in community property and what it is worth. You might also need to hire expert witnesses to testify about financial or child custody matters. Your lawyer will take care of these things on your behalf and help you prepare to testify if necessary.
If you and your ex cannot settle any of your divorce matters, a full trial could result. However, a divorce trial is shorter and simpler than most civil litigation. And if there are only one or two matters left to resolve, the judge might order a hearing instead. Either way, each side will get a chance to present their cases, after which the judge will issue a verdict.
Settlement is more likely
With enough preparation and attention to detail, a divorce trial should end with a reasonable decision. But most divorcing couples settle out of court. Negotiation is a vital part of the process.]]>On Behalf of Klausner | Johnson LLP<![CDATA[How to deal with your first post-divorce breakup]]>https://www.klausnerjohnson.com/?p=492432024-09-20T07:52:02Z2022-12-05T17:03:10Zfirst breakup after a divorce can be.
What are some ways you can deal with your first post-divorce breakup?
Use your support network
Family therapy can be helpful for many people who get divorced. If you are not already seeing a therapist, consider making an appointment. Additionally, reaching out to supportive friends and family can help you work through your emotions.
Be objective about the breakup
Many divorced people struggle with confidence and fear that a post-divorce breakup is a sign that they will never find a relationship that will work. Remind yourself that many relationships do not work out for various reasons and it does not mean that there is something wrong with you or that you will never find a good match.
Stick to a routine
A divorce can create a sense of emotional instability for some people. It can be helpful to have at least one habit that you can fall back on as a stabilizing force.
Do something fun
Take some time to enjoy being single. Keep doing whatever activities you enjoyed doing before the breakup.
Avoid consuming media that makes you feel worse
If scrolling through your ex's social media feed makes you sad or angry, consider taking a break from social media. If watching sad movies makes you sadder, consider putting on a comedy instead.
The trauma of a divorce does not simply disappear when you sign the settlement papers. However, it is important not to let that trauma stop you from moving on with your life.]]>