Family Law

Divorce can be an emotionally and financially challenging process. As couples go their separate ways, the division of assets becomes a significant point of contention.  Unfortunately, some individuals resort to deceitful practices such as asset hiding to protect their...

When individuals who have struggled with alcohol and/or other substances get clean and sober, they are often anxious to rebuild relationships that may have suffered as a result of their addiction. This is understandable. Yet, it is important for parents of minor...

If you’re divorcing a spouse who earns considerably more than you, you’ll likely be seeking spousal support (commonly known as alimony) for at least some period. “Permanent” alimony isn’t common these days. Judges are more likely to order rehabilitative alimony to...

It may take months or years before many people consider starting a relationship again after a divorce. Others are ready to start dating days later or may even want to start dating before their divorce has been finalized. After all, divorce can be stressful and...

Children count on their parents to meet their needs. Some may worry about what will happen if their parents decide to divorce. It’s up to the parents to ensure the children are properly cared for and adjusting well to the divorce.  One thing that some parents don’t...

Many people go through bad divorces and set a precedent for others – this can cause many rumors to spread like wildfire. This can deter people from committing to much-needed divorces.  If you’re planning for a divorce, you may need to debunk some common myths. Here’s...

You may be feeling burnt-out, tired or otherwise distant from your marriage without knowing exactly why, which has caused you to seek a divorce – this is something that happens to many people, especially in long-term marriages. If you want to pin down why exactly you...

If you and your spouse have made the painful decision to divorce, it can be a difficult situation. However, if you have kids, it makes the situation even harder because of the consequences to their lives.  How do you tell the kids what’s about to happen? Here are...

A child who has lived their entire life with both parents in the same home can have problems adjusting to life with divorced parents. Some children, especially those who are younger, may have problems expressing their feelings during this transition. It’s possible...

Many couples decide that one parent should stay at home to raise the kids. This might just be for the first few years or until the children finish school. If you were the one who stayed at home, it could leave you at a disadvantage if you come to divorce. Here are...