Are you the victim of domestic violence? If you answered, “yes”, you probably need a restraining order to protect you from future attacks or abuse. Domestic violence is also known as spousal abuse and consists of abusive behavior by one or both partners in a domestic situation, such as a marriage. All couples argue and… Continue reading →
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Creating a prenuptial agreement
You know you do not need to be a Hollywood celebrity or millionaire investment banker to benefit from a prenuptial agreement? Today, prenuptial agreements are being written by people who are entering a second marriage and have children from their previous relationship. It is important to understand your rights and obligations from the beginning –… Continue reading →
Filing for an annulment
While a divorce ends a valid marriage through a process that restores the individual’s single status and gives them the ability to remarry, an annulment completely erases the marriage as if it never existed. An annulment can be initiated by either party. The party that initiates the annulment must prove the grounds used in filing… Continue reading →
Dividing up debts and liabilities
As part of an action for the dissolution of a marriage, the court must determine the division of the couple’s debts and liabilities – not only division of property. The court considers the circumstances surrounding each party before arriving at a fair and equitable division. The court looks at the length of the marriage, the… Continue reading →
Coping with divorce
A divorce can turn your world, as you know it, upside down. We all want a carefree life and a marriage that lasts forever. Unfortunately, nothing stays the same forever – change is inevitable. Change can be unexpected and unpleasant. Can you cope with divorce? Divorce is usually accompanied with overwhelming anger, grief, confusion or… Continue reading →
Are you getting a divorce?
There is so much more involved in a divorce than just ending your marriage. Many divorces bring complex issues that will change the rest of your life. There are so many questions that need to be answered. A divorce needs careful preparation, even when it’s uncontested. Even the simplest divorce requires a court filing. Don’t… Continue reading →
Temporary child custody order and divorce
Once you and your spouse decide to file for divorce, it is important that you determine custody arrangements. If you and your spouse cannot decide this on your own, you can request temporary custody court orders. A temporary child custody order can be established as part of your divorce petition; it takes effect immediately. It… Continue reading →
What is collaborative family law?
Collaborative family law is when the couple believes that it is in their best interests to voluntarily commit themselves to avoiding adversarial proceedings. They attempt to work together in order to avoid the uncertain outcome of the court. The conflict resolution process does not rely on a court-imposed resolution. It relies on an atmosphere of… Continue reading →
Prenuptial agreement before marriage
A couple that enters into a prenuptial agreement before marriage addresses property issues that may arise in the event of divorce down the road. They are entered into when there are children from a previous relationship that need to be provided for. In addition, they are used when one party brings substantially greater assets into… Continue reading →
Should I reconcile or divorce?
Thinking about divorce can be a difficult time. You ask yourself, “Is this the best path for me to take?” Do you doubt your original decision? Can you make it on your own? Will your children be okay? You need to stop and think this through; do not act hastily. Put your feelings in order…. Continue reading →
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