The LA Times recently reported on Sandra Bullock’s first public appearance since the Oscars at the Spike TV’s Guy’s Choice Awards. Ms. Bullock was not wearing her wedding ring as divorce proceedings between herself and Jesse James are currently underway. Jesse James was caught in a cheating scandal immediately following Bullock’s Best Actress win at the Oscars, and they have been separated ever since.

Under California Family Code Section 2310, a divorce can only be obtained on the grounds of irreconcilable differences or incurable insanity. California is a “no fault” state, which means that the court generally does not assess the “fault” of the parties when dissolving a marriage, dividing marital property, or ordering support. In addition, California is a community property state, meaning that the parties to the divorce will share an equal interest in any money earned or property acquired during marriage. By law, the court must equally divide the community property between both parties.

A divorce may also involve issues such as spousal and child support, child custody, and visitation rights. The combination of these issues can make it difficult to reach a settlement agreement with your spouse. Having an attorney represent you during the process can ensure that you are well informed about your legal rights in regards to custody, support, and property.

It is our goal to help you get your life back to as normal as possible. At Wallin & Klarich, our skilled team of family law attorneys and our outstanding support staff of legal assistants and law clerks will help you work through each detail of your case to get you the best possible settlement. Our emphasis on teamwork enables us to provide top notch legal assistance to each of our clients.