The old saying goes, possession is nine-tenths of the law. That’s not exactly a legally binding statue, but the underlying idea often plays a role. One situation we see frequently involves engagement rings. One of our founding partners, Rick Jones, makes regular appearances on the Danny Bonaduce and Sarah Morning …
If you’re having marital problems, you’ve probably had at least one moment where you want to throw your spouse’s possessions on the front lawn, change the locks, and never look back. Few times are as trying and frustrating as divorce. But when you have this impulse, can you? Legally speaking? …
Legal fees are a huge part of divorce. Especially in contentious cases, paying for an attorney is one of the biggest expenses in the process. But what if you have to pay your ex’s attorney fees, too? It happens more often than you think. One of our founding partners, Rick …
Halloween is upon us, or just past, depending on when you read this. Regardless, the leaves have turned, the days have grown short, and it’s the spookiest time of the year. Divorce is often a harrowing, uncertain period of your life. It may be the best choice, but that doesn’t …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
You don’t necessarily need an attorney to go through the divorce process. It’s not a legal requirement. But what about if your ex-has representation? Do you need to hire a divorce attorney if your wife has one? The short answer is most likely yes. Going up against an experienced attorney …
People stay married for all kinds of reasons. For the kids, because of religious convictions, the belief you can work things out. All of these and more contribute to people remaining in unhappy relationships. Retirement is another. In certain situations, after a long marriage, spouses may be entitled to a …
Dividing up shared property and hashing out a settlement is a huge part of a divorce. It also has a major impact on your financial future, so it’s important to do things right. But it’s complicated, especially when you mix two lives. What happens to things you owned before you …
Divorce is often a long process full of ups and downs. It can be incredibly complex or it may play out in a straightforward fashion. You may only be able to communicate through lawyers or other third parties, but at least there’s a flow of information. What happens if you …
People move. We move for jobs, for family, or, in the case of divorce, sometimes you just want to get the heck out of Dodge and settle in a place that isn’t full of bad memories. If it’s only you, relocating is relatively simple. When there are children and custody …