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Bizarre Divorce Laws
Family law has evolved over the years. Whereas marriage used to be far more inequitable between the parties, the law now aims to treat both the same. Divorce no longer requires proving fault; in many states, you are not even permitted to allege fault as a ground for divorce. Not all antiquated laws have… Read More »
Tips for Negotiating Alimony Payments
Alimony is a sore subject in most divorces. It’s hard to accept that your relationship with your spouse is ending but that you are somehow still responsible for them financially. If you are the party requesting alimony, you can expect some push-back. If you have a particularly bitter divorce, alimony might be one of… Read More »
How to Prove Parental Alienation
Co-parenting after a divorce or other breakup is difficult. When one parent is actively trying to sabotage your parent-child relationship, it can be downright devastating. Parental alienation is harmful to children and may be grounds to affect the child custody arrangement issued by the court. Read on for advice on how to show parental… Read More »
Parenting Time vs. Visitation
When you are dealing with divorce or other family law proceedings, the sheer volume of the legal terminology being thrown around can be overwhelming. Different states use different terms to mean different things, and many legal concepts have evolved over the years in light of societal changes. It’s easy to get confused when one… Read More »
How to Ask for a Prenup
Prenups are no longer limited to the rich and famous, but broaching the topic in any relationship can be a challenge. You might want a prenuptial agreement but worry that asking your partner will kill the romance or, even worse, end the relationship. Prenups offer important legal protections for both parties, and you shouldn’t… Read More »
Best Divorce Advice in 2021
If you are considering whether to file for divorce or you have just been served with divorce papers, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. There are many moving parts to divorce, on top of the effects on your personal life and emotional wellbeing. Below, we offer a few tips to help with all aspects of… Read More »
How to Get Closure After a Divorce
Divorce is emotionally, physically, and financially taxing. Divorces are often heated affairs and can come after months or years of relationship troubles. Getting closure after a divorce can be challenging, leaving many people feeling like their lives are in limbo. Below, we offer a few tips on obtaining closure after divorcing. Reach out to… Read More »
Can I Change My Mind After Signing Divorce Papers?
Divorce is a big deal, and it is meant to be final. It signals a big shift in your life, so it’s normal to have doubts throughout the process. For some people, those doubts grow, and they find themselves reuniting with their spouse before finalizing the divorce process. But what happens if you’ve signed… Read More »
How to Prove You’re a Fit Parent in Court in NJ?
There is little more insulting and alarming than having your parental rights threatened via allegations that you are an unfit parent. If your former spouse or another party tries to take away your custody rights by claiming that you pose a danger to your kids, what can you do? Continue reading to learn how… Read More »
What Documents Are Needed For Divorce?
When going through a divorce, you’ll gather more paper than for just about any other event in your life. There are a number of issues pertinent to your divorce, and the more work you do in advance gathering relevant evidence, the more efficient your divorce attorney can be when litigating your divorce in court… Read More »