Divorce involves a series of choices separating spouses have to face to reach a favorable end result. Initially, the parties choose whether to divorce privately or with the court’s intervention. Parties who amicably agree on divorce matters, such as property division,...
While it certainly holds tremendous value, custody orders are not set in stone. The courts can alter custody terms, including changing the primary custodian. However, modifications are not easily applied. There are certain conditions the situation has to meet before...
In an uncontested divorce, you and your spouse generally do not argue about anything. The court usually does not get involved, and your separation will likely be completed more quickly and for a much lower cost. Uncontested divorce might sound like the perfect way to...
Now that you finally decided you want a divorce, you may wonder what your options are and how you should proceed. You may want to know first if your spouse agrees with the divorce. Their willingness to end the marriage will lay the foundation for the rest of the...
Child custody matters could cause disputes during divorce proceedings. A divorcing couple could have conflicting wishes regarding their child's well-being, resulting in disagreements. Still, depending on the situation, the court could intervene and determine the most...
Different states have varying laws when dividing property and liabilities. They also have provisions when you begin discussing how to divide debt. If you cannot agree with your ex regarding debt, the court could help decide for you. Typically, the court determines...
Divorce is no easy feat, and adding high-value assets to the mix only takes it to another level of complexity. A high-asset divorce is when a divorcing couple has assets valued at least a million dollars or more. And with this significant wealth comes the considerable...
After finalizing your divorce, you and your ex must fulfill the financial obligations indicated in the agreement, including child support. However, life happens, and you might be unable to keep up with child support payments. You can request a child support...
We all have an inkling of our Miranda rights, especially the overused caution: “Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law.” The same is true for social media: anyone can use anything you share, post or say online against you. When you are...
Domestic violence is serious grounds for divorce, and it’s important for spouses looking to file for separation to act as quickly as possible before the abuse gets worse. But those planning to file for divorce over domestic violence must also consider that their...