Same Sex Marriage In California
Estate planning for same sex couples in California is challenging given the ever changing state law on what is considered a legal marriage in California and also due to the federal Defense of Marriage Act that does not recognize same sex marriage for federal law purposes. Proper estate planning for same sex couples who are.. read more →
The ABCs of Community Property
Community property is a marital property system that defines what assets are jointly owned by spouses during their marriage. California applies its community property laws to registered domestic partners as well as to married spouses. For purposes of this article, references to spouses are also references to registered domestic partners unless stated otherwise. The determination.. read more →