California Divorce Financial Considerations

Summary

In California, retirement accounts are usually divided equally as community property during divorce unless agreed otherwise. Alimony is not automatically granted and must be requested through negotiation or court filing. To request alimony, file a formal request, provide financial disclosures, and attend a court hearing.

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Do i have to request alimony
In California, alimony (spousal support) is not automatically granted. It must be requested either through negotiation with your spouse or by filing a request with the court as part of the divorce proceedings. Would you like more information on how to request alimony in your case?
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To request alimony in California, you generally need to follow these steps:
- File a Request: Submit a formal request for alimony to the court during your divorce proceedings.
- Provide Financial Information: Complete and submit financial disclosure forms.
- Attend a Hearing: The court may schedule a hearing to assess the request.
Would you like more details on filing the request or the forms required?