Let’s end the stigma that mediation is just for divorce in general. Many people believe that the mediation process is only for things like assets, property, and more, and the conflict that stands between you and your divorcing spouse. However, it is much more than that. It can deal widely with much more personal issues… Continue reading →
Help With My Divorce: I Think My Spouse is Wasting Assets
During your marriage, one of the most tiring aspects you had to deal with might have been the financial strain between you and your spouse. In fact, financial issues are some of the biggest issues that couples have during their marriage at times. It is one of the biggest causes of divorce, alongside lack of… Continue reading →
The Many Aspects People Don’t Consider in Mediation
Everybody is nervous for their first mediation. You never know what to expect, from whether or not your case will be settled, to whether you and your ex can work things out on situations that you don’t necessarily agree on. The first thing you should always do is take a step back and breathe, because… Continue reading →
Co-Parenting When One Parent Has an Abusive History
Is it ever possible to co-parent when one spouse or ex-partner has an abusive history? Sadly, even when parents are found guilty of crimes involving domestic violence, child abuse, or any sexual crimes, the court may still allow that parent to have custody or supervised visitation time. We want to do whatever it takes to… Continue reading →
Property Rights for Those Who Are Unmarried Couples
You’ve decided that it’s in your best interest to remain unmarried. Perhaps you were in a long-term relationship before and it didn’t work out, so you and your partner have decided that marriage is not in the works for you. But you have decided to make the leap into living together for quite a few… Continue reading →
Can Tax Refunds be Intercepted When a Parent Doesn’t Pay?
Perhaps you have already enforced a child support order and your spouse has not been keeping up with payments. This could be for many reasons. Perhaps they lost their job, or perhaps they believe that they can skirt out of payments without any consequences. No matter the reason, as long as your spouse does not… Continue reading →
Child Support and a Child Who Isn’t Biologically Yours
At the Law Offices of Amy M. Montes, we handle a variety of family law matters that may have a huge impact on your life. One of these is paternity, and acknowledging it so that parents can have rights to a child in their life, as well as receive support in situations where it is… Continue reading →
The Many Types of Pleadings You Could See in a Divorce
When you are involved in a divorce, you have probably found that there is so much paperwork involved with your case. From the initial petition, to figuring out finances, you will find that the paperwork seems to never end! The good news is, most states follow similar guidelines when it comes to pleadings. Today we… Continue reading →
Ways That Prenuptial Agreements Could be Declared Invalid
If you are looking to get married, one of the best choices you can make for yourself and for your spouse is to execute a prenuptial agreement, which will allow you to both have rights if you ever decide to divorce. One of the best things to do in your marriage is to prepare for… Continue reading →
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