Do I have an advantage in my divorce if my spouse cheats?

Can I use the fact that my husband or wife cheated to get the upper-hand in my divorce? From time to time, we get asked this question. The answer to this question is simple: no. The reason is because California (and now all other states) is a no-fault state when dealing with divorces.

Neither spouse needs to show any wrong doing by the other spouse. In other words, it does not matter who’s fault it was for the break-up of the marriage. Thus, the mere fact that a spouse cheated will not give the other spouse the upper-hand in their divorce.

We hope this clarifies some of the misconceptions about divorces in California and the no-fault rule that is followed in California. If you or a loved one needs assistance with either a divorce or with any other family law issue please call Wallin and Klarich at any time! Wallin and Klarich has been in the business of helping people with their family law matters for over 40 years and we would like to help you with yours!

Call Wallin and Klarich today as we have a team of highly skilled family law attorneys ready to take your call 7 days week, 24 hours a day!

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