Catherine Schwartz, Author at Law Offices of Schwartz & Godbey

Raising children in a co-parenting relationship after divorce

by Catherine Schwartz | Jun 12, 2020 | Articles

Take the time to learn how to co-parent effectively after going through a divorce. When two parents decide to get divorced, the most important factor in most people’s minds will be the wellbeing of the children. While divorce can be a challenge for any family,...

How age and economic factors affect divorce

by Catherine Schwartz | Jun 12, 2020 | Articles

Couples in California should understand how both age and the economy can affect divorce rates and what to do if a divorce is imminent. While California couples should feel positive about the fact that a report from WPBF.com rates California as number forty-four out of...

Four common divorce mistakes to avoid

by Catherine Schwartz | Jun 12, 2020 | Articles

The emotional roller coaster of the divorce process can lead to common mistakes. While it is often difficult, there are ways to avoid them in a California divorce or legal separation. Missing something simple could lead to conflicts down the road or prove costly to...

Division of marital property crucial issue in most divorces

by Catherine Schwartz | Jun 9, 2020 | Articles

Most of us know someone who has gone through a divorce. In many cases, it is often a highly-contested matter, leaving each of the spouses emotionally drained. It can take time before they are ready to enter into another relationship. But as the time passes,...

Close attention to retirement accounts required in a ‘gray divorce’

by Catherine Schwartz | Jun 9, 2020 | Articles

When a long-term marriage ends, it may be necessary to fight for a fair property settlement that will ensure adequate money to last through retirement. Following a divorce, each former spouse usually must cut back on expenses to make ends meet. Mistakes made during...