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Divorce in California: An Overview

Divorce in California: An Overview

Few things are more emotionally challenging than getting a divorce.  And when children are involved, the situation becomes even more complicated.  The termination of a marriage can impact you financially, emotionally, and physically.  You are faced with issues such as...

Divorce Fears: What if Your Spouse is Hiding Money?

Divorce Fears: What if Your Spouse is Hiding Money?

I’m reminded of the joke cliche: Just because I'm paranoid doesn’t mean they’re not out to get me.  People getting divorced frequently allege that the other spouse is hiding money, and yet it is rarely found true. Which isn’t to say that it doesn’t happen. The fact...

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Clients in Divorce

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Clients in Divorce

Stephen Covey’s seminal book on productivity and personal transformation, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, has a lot to teach us in how to be effective at moving through divorce. Here is an introduction: Habit 1 – Be Proactive. Take responsibility for your own...

Meet Matthew J. Long

I  believe couples should be in charge of their own divorce.  With over 28 years of experience in the courtroom, I know when you decide to battle it out in court, you are essentially putting your fate in the hands of a judge.  This is why I decided to put down the gloves and focus my law practice exclusively on Divorce Mediation and Collaborative Divorce for my clients in the state of California.  Divorce doesn’t have to be a battle that depletes you emotionally and financially.