--- title: Cage & Miles Blog | Family Law | Property Division description: Property Division | Your go-to resource for the latest news, tips and insights in family law, divorce, trusts and estate planning, child custody and support, and bankruptcy. --- English # Cage & Miles Family Law Blog Your go-to resource for the latest news, tips and insights in family law, divorce, trusts and estate planning, child custody and support, and bankruptcy. ###### Sign up for family law insights: Filter by Tag - All - Divorce - Divorce Process - Family Law - Divorce Attorney - Child Custody - Legal Process - Child Support - Law Education - Child Custody Child Support - Property Division - Spousal Support - Child Custody Divorce - Domestic Violence - Military Divorce - Restraining Orders - Prenuptial Agreements - Trusts & Estate Planning - Contested Divorce - High-Net Worth Divorce - Military - Support Modifications - Guardianship - Mediation - Collaborative Law - Modifications - Bankruptcy - Wills - Appeals - Ex Parte - Grandparents - Paternity Actions - Retirement - Substance Abuse - restraining order renewal ## [Don’t Be Like Denise – Why It Is So Important to Disclose ALL Your Assets in CA Divorce](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/dont-be-like-denise-why-it-is-so-important-to-disclose-all-your-assets-in-ca-divorce) February 13, 2025 We get it – divorces are overwhelming. Emotions are at an all-time high, and the other party may not be cooper... [Learn More](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/dont-be-like-denise-why-it-is-so-important-to-disclose-all-your-assets-in-ca-divorce) ## [Top Asset Protection Strategies for Your California Divorce](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/top-asset-protection-strategies-for-your-california-divorce) July 14, 2023 When couples divorce, their marital assets need to be divided. However, dividing those assets can prove to be ... [Learn More](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/top-asset-protection-strategies-for-your-california-divorce) ## [Your Guide to Equity Compensation Rights During Divorce](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/your-guide-to-equity-compensation-rights-during-divorce) June 28, 2023 Given the rise of technology industries and the employment changes fueled by the COVID-19 pandemic, many compa... [Learn More](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/your-guide-to-equity-compensation-rights-during-divorce) ## [What Not to Do in a High Net Worth Divorce in Los Angeles](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/what-not-to-do-in-a-high-net-worth-divorce-in-los-angeles) June 13, 2023 Divorce can be an emotionally difficult and financially overwhelming process. This is especially true for a hi... [Learn More](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/what-not-to-do-in-a-high-net-worth-divorce-in-los-angeles) ## [Transmutation in San Diego](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/transmutation-in-san-diego) April 20, 2023 What is a “transmutation?” While the word may sound like it came from an episode of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtl... [Learn More](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/transmutation-in-san-diego) ## [When Does an Inheritance Become Marital Property?](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/when-does-an-inheritance-become-marital-property) December 01, 2022 A common issue that arises when spouses divorce is whether a spouse’s inheritance can be considered community ... [Learn More](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/when-does-an-inheritance-become-marital-property) ## [What is a QDRO and When Do You Need One?](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/what-is-a-qdro-and-when-do-you-need-one) November 10, 2022 One of the biggest assets in a marital estate is a party’s retirement plan or pension. [Learn More](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/what-is-a-qdro-and-when-do-you-need-one) ## [Thinking About Divorcing an Alcoholic? Here's What You Need to Know](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/thinking-about-divorcing-an-alcoholic-heres-what-you-need-to-know) December 15, 2021 Cage & Miles emphasizes that your safety is the highest priority. If you or your family is experiencing do... [Learn More](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/thinking-about-divorcing-an-alcoholic-heres-what-you-need-to-know) ## [Marital Settlement Agreement: What You Need to Know](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/marital-settlement-agreement-what-you-need-to-know) December 06, 2021 A marital settlement agreement is a written agreement between the two parties in a divorce that divides proper... [Learn More](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/marital-settlement-agreement-what-you-need-to-know) ## [What Do I Do If My Spouse Wants to Date During Our Divorce?](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/2020/july/what-do-i-do-if-my-spouse-wants-to-date-during-o) July 06, 2020 Going through a divorce looks different for everyone. Whether you are happy about getting a divorce or wishing... [Learn More](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/2020/july/what-do-i-do-if-my-spouse-wants-to-date-during-o) ## [Are Gifts Separate Property?](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/2019/september/are-gifts-separate-property-) September 10, 2019 You may have heard that because California is a Community Property state, marital property–or property earned ... [Learn More](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/2019/september/are-gifts-separate-property-) ## [Can My Spouse Refuse to Move Out During the Divorce?](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/2017/october/can-my-spouse-refuse-to-move-out-during-the-divo) October 05, 2017 Your marriage is over, but now there is the question of who will be moving out of the marital home, or if you ... [Learn More](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/2017/october/can-my-spouse-refuse-to-move-out-during-the-divo) ## [Seeking Exclusive Possession of the Marital Home](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/2016/september/seeking-exclusive-use-and-possession-of-marital-) September 08, 2016 The entire process for a divorce can take anywhere from six months to several years. After filing for a divorc... [Learn More](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/2016/september/seeking-exclusive-use-and-possession-of-marital-) ## [What is a Transmutation Agreement?](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/2016/august/what-is-a-transmutation-agreement-) August 25, 2016 California is a community property state. This means that “all property, real or personal, wherever situated, ... [Learn More](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/2016/august/what-is-a-transmutation-agreement-) ## [When is Out-of-State Property Characterized as Community Property?](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/2016/may/how-to-characterize-property-outside-of-californ) May 02, 2016 According to California community property law, California Family Code section 760, community property is, “al... [Learn More](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/2016/may/how-to-characterize-property-outside-of-californ) ## [Divorce Decree Enforcement - Collecting Property or Support](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/2016/february/collecting-property-or-support-on-a-divorce-judg) February 05, 2016 All divorces end with a final judgment from the family court, officially terminating the parties’ marital stat... [Learn More](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/2016/february/collecting-property-or-support-on-a-divorce-judg) ## [When One Spouse Sells the Family Home During a Divorce](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/2015/november/when-one-spouse-sells-the-family-home-during-a-d) November 10, 2015 Thinking about selling your home during a divorce in California? Whether you are filing for divorce or you jus... [Learn More](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/2015/november/when-one-spouse-sells-the-family-home-during-a-d) ## [Why You Should Get a Prenup Before Buying a House](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/2015/february/why-you-should-get-a-prenup-before-buying-a-hous) February 28, 2015 Many couples purchase homes together prior to marriage without consideration for the potential consequences wh... [Learn More](https://cageandmiles-8398187.hs-sites.com/blog/2015/february/why-you-should-get-a-prenup-before-buying-a-hous)