Finalizing a divorce can be a very lengthy process involving multiple mediations over issues including the division of assets, child custody, child support payments, and alimony, among other contentious issues. Once the divorce decree has been signed, the divorce process is complete; but situations may arise over time that require the decree to be modified….
Adopting a child can be one of the most exciting processes for parents and families to go through. While many families make the decision to adopt for various reasons, stepparent adoption is the most common. Over 100,000 child adoptions occur within the U.S. each year. Examining the ins-and-outs of stepparent adoption and what it entails…
Each family is unique in its structure and circumstances. While in some instances a child’s biological parents are married, this isn’t the case for all families. In fact, many parents choose not to get married or otherwise conceive a child outside of wedlock. Paternity is legally presumed when parents are married; however, it can’t be…
Assets play a much larger role in marriage than one may think. Assets and financial ties that are brought into a union can often be a driving factor in divorce proceedings if not adequately addressed. Because of this, prenuptial agreements are typically utilized to ensure certain parameters are set for how assets and property will…
There are many different elements at play when it comes to divorce. While many separating couples may need to consider child custody and support, others may need to take a bigger view of their finances into account. One element likely to be present in most divorces is property. Understanding how marital property law works in…
When it comes to divorce, there are times when separating couples can mutually agree; however, in just as many if not more cases, one or more issues can lead to a conflict between the parties, necessitating a contested divorce. Understanding what a contested divorce means is incredibly important when separating from a spouse and moving…