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Helene L. Taylor

Soul-Centered California Divorce Consulting Attorney & Mediator

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5 things to expect when divorcing a narcissist

Helene L Taylor

divorcing narcissist

Narcissistic personality disorder — one of several types of personality disorders — is a mental condition in which people have an inflated sense of their own importance, a deep need for excessive attention and admiration, troubled relationships, and a lack of empathy for others. … [Read more...]

Blog, Manage, Mind Narcisist

Does bad behavior matter in a California no-fault divorce?

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California no fault divorce

California is a no-fault divorce state, which, broadly speaking, means allegations of fault are “improper and inadmissible”. (California Family Code Section 2335) When a party files a Petition for Legal Separation, Dissolution of Marriage or Dissolution of a Domestic … [Read more...]

Blog, California Family Law, Divorce, Manage No-fault Divorce

Should a Trust fund beneficiary’s net disposable income be used to calculate child support?

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divorce trust beneficiary

In a client's California divorce, a trust fund beneficiary's attorney argued that, for purposes of calculating child support, the beneficiary's income available for support should only include his net disposable income and not the tens of millions of dollars held in trust for his … [Read more...]

California Child Custody and Child Support, California Family Law, Method trust fund

Are gifts or inheritance separate property in California?

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separate property inheritance

You received a significant gift or inheritance while married and living in California post-1975. Now you want to know, is the gift or inheritance separate property under California law? Property acquired during marriage by gift, will, or inheritance is separate property. … [Read more...]

Blog, California Family Law, Manage, Property community property, gift, inheritance, separate property

What are physical and legal custody in California?

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legal custody in California

If you're separating or getting divorced with kids, you'll need to understand and establish physical and legal custody in California. Here is an introduction to need-to-know terminology and concepts. The first important concept to understand is that custody is split in two … [Read more...]

California Child Custody and Child Support, California Family Law kids

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Helene L Taylor

Helene L. Taylor, Author, Attorney, Activist for Peace

You’re probably here for three reasons: You’re getting divorced, and you need to know how to navigate the legal process and find your way back to yourself. Your soul-centered journey won’t be easy, but it isn’t impossible. How do I know?

I’m Helene L. Taylor. I divorced twice in my twenties peacefully without lawyers. I’m also a former San Francisco family law trial attorney who has, for 27 years, worked with the most formidable divorce attorneys, mediators, experts, and judges in Hawaii and California. I’ve helped nearly a thousand soul-centered people mediate, litigate, and resolve contentious complex divorces in  Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, Marin, Napa, OC, and beyond. Many of my former clients are now friends who live or are on the way to living vital sustainable lives. I want the same for you.  I’m here to help you find and take the next step.  Speak to Me.

CLIENT PRAISE

"Helene understands human behavior, and has a gift for deescalating conflict. I felt safe with Helene representing me during a complicated divorce. We've been friends ever since my divorce sixteen years ago." ~Toni Wroolie, PhD, Clinical Associate Professor, Psychiatry, Stanford University Medicine

"When I realized that I was getting a divorce I knew I needed to find a guide. She’d need to be smart, soulful, kind, and know her way around the legal system like nobody’s business. I loved working with Helene because she covered all of those bases beautifully, and she made it possible for me to move through my divorce with peace of mind and confidence" ~Laurie Wagner, 27powers.org

"Helene gently challenged me to consider which outcome would be best for my daughter and I, and gave me the courage and consistency I needed to pursue it successfully. I learned so much about myself as a result. Helene's is a compassionate and strategic approach. On a personal level, Helene is exceptionally positive and inspiring. I feel blessed to have received Helene's help through a challenging divorce during the pandemic." ~NC, Mother, Los Angeles Small Business Owner
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