Legal Question in Family Law in California

Re: divorce

Assuming that you do not have a pre-marital agreement, in California each spouse is entitled to one half the community property which generally means the property acquired during the marriage regardless of the name on title. This includes the equity in the house, the value of retirement plans, cars, etc. Seek the advice of an attorney who can help you figure out what the community owns and what you can do. Do not take legal advice from your husband even if he is an attorney.

Re: divorce

Also, a custodial parent is entitled to child support and the lower income earner or no income spouse may be entitled to spousal support. Get to an attorney and have the support calculations done.

Re: divorce

and attorney fees. The court has the power to award attorney fees as well.