Creating a prenuptial agreement is often a useful, prudent move before marriage. But there’s a stigma attached to these documents. Many people view them as a sign that spouses don’t trust each other or they think a union is doomed to fail. Even though this isn’t necessarily the case, bringing …
Child support tends to get tricky. There’s a formula involved, but it accounts for many factors. Of course, the income of both parents, as well as level of need, figure prominently into the final amount. Like most court orders, once in place, child support is difficult to modify, though it …
Child support is a complicated affair. The formula accounts for many factors like need, ability to pay, and more. Like most court orders, once in place, it’s difficult to change. You generally need to demonstrate a drastic change in circumstances, and even then, it often stays the same. Our founding …
Ending a marriage is tricky business. It’s a difficult decision to come to, not to mention the laundry list of issues to deal with. But what if you were never actually married? As in, what if there was no marriage certificate? Sounds bizarre, right? You think you’re married, but you’re …
In divorce, the division of property often unfolds like a negotiation. In exchange for one thing, you or your spouse agree to another. Since debt is an unfortunate part of many of our lives, it also plays a big role in this bargaining. You can take on shared debt in …
Divorce gets complicated. That’s no secret to anyone. Custody, the division of property, jurisdiction, you may be in for some surprises where you least suspect. Spousal support, commonly called alimony, often comes into play. We recently heard an interesting question in this realm. Is alimony a possibility after 19 years …
After divorce, child support is often one of the biggest continuing expenses many fathers face. These court-ordered payments provide for the needs of your kids. In many cases, one parent pays a certain percentage, while the other covers the rest. But what if your ex won’t pay her share? Rick …
For most of us, a house is the most expensive purchase we ever make. Because of this, it’s also often the most valuable asset on the table during divorce. How the courts handle this varies a great deal. Sometimes they give it to one spouse or the other. Another common …
If I file for divorce first, does that give me an advantage in the process? This is a question we hear fairly often. It makes a certain amount of sense, especially as many people view divorce as a competition. So, when you’re the first out of the gate, that means …
Child custody disputes are commonplace during divorce. Situating the children and protecting their best interests are key parts of ending a marriage. But what about when there was no marriage. Who gets the kids? How do you decide on custody? Do you even have any parental rights? Our founding partner, …
Not every divorce is a tangled mess of assets, debts, shared property, custody battles, and all the other complicated horror stories we hear. In some cases, when there are no children and no significant property to split up, things can be relatively simple. That begs the question, do you even …
No one wants to think about death, it’s scary and unpleasant. It’s an unfortunate reality, but one that, especially if you have kids and any sort of estate to pass on, you need to plan for. A will can make it much easier for your loved ones in the event …
Divorce is hard on everyone, especially kids. No one wants to watch their parents split up. It’s hard for everyone, and it can also turn dangerous. What can you do if your ex’s actions put your kids in harm’s way? Our founding partner, Rick Jones, regularly stops by the Danny …
Children are the most vulnerable members of our society. They rely on adults for care and protection. It’s tragic when parents neglect them, and it also creates a tricky legal situation. When you see a case of child endangerment, what can you do? Our founding partner, Rick Jones, regularly appears …
Following divorce, child support often becomes one of your biggest ongoing expenses. The courts base the amount on a formula that accounts for many factors. One of the key components is your income. But what happens when you lose your job and have no income? Can you go back to …
