Assets that have been gained during the course of a marriage are considered the equal property of both spouses and must be distributed equitably.  This can occur either when the divorcing couple reaches a compromise about who gets what after the divorce, or a judge may have to make the decision if the couple can’t […]

If you received spousal support in your divorce agreement, you might be wondering if the court has the jurisdiction to terminate it. They might be able to do exactly that in some cases. Here’s what you should understand and how to determine if your post-divorce economic stability is in jeopardy. Spousal Support Is Rarely Permanent  […]

The official term for the state of being a child’s father is paternity. When two adults who did not get married have a child together and then split up, paternity testing will need to take place. Once paternity has been established, some aspects of family law cases can then be settled in court. Here’s what […]

Learning that your spouse wants to get a divorce may come as a surprise, or you may have been suspecting a move like this. If you don’t want your marriage to end, there are a few tools you can use to try to mend your relationship. If you are unsuccessful, here’s how to reach out […]

Are you planning on getting a divorce? Here’s what you should know about how it could impact your taxes and how to get experienced legal help when you need it most.  Know What Filing Status You’ll Claim  Whether or not your divorce has been finalized plays an important role in how you should file your […]