When parties enter into divorce, they are usually aware that there will be emotional, or even legal, issues that arise throughout the process. However, with all that goes on during divorce proceedings, it may be easy to overlook financial matters. While there are some parties that think that money might be a secondary concern during a divorce, the truth is …
Grandparent Visitation Rights
Most people recognize that a family can be more than two parents and a child. Aunts, uncles, grandparents, family friends, and even pets can be members of a close-knit family unit. Even though bonds can be built between parties who are not directly related by birth, however, the laws in the U.S. currently primarily protect the relationship between a parent …
Do I Have to Pay for a Former Spouse’s Student Loans?
Most people are aware that, in most divorces, property is divided between the spouses, either by the court or by agreement. Most people might not be aware, however, that debt can also be divided between the spouses. While there are many types of debt a person can get into, student loan debt can be one of the trickier types of …
Custody and Timesharing Issues in Florida Divorce
The divorce of two parents can touch far more than a party’s checkbook or living situations. As most people know, divorce can also affect how much contact parents might have with their children. Through a divorce, either the parents or the court will need to decide what happens to the child, and what rights a parent will keep after the …
Don’t go it Alone – The Benefits of a Divorce Lawyer
In the age of information that we live in today, it is easier than ever to get information on whatever you need. Whether it’s construction or legal matters, there is bound to be a place providing the information you need. That being said, while there are many things people are capable of doing on their own, divorce is one thing …
Citizenship through Marriage
Marriage is one of the biggest life events a person can go through. Not only are two people coming together to start a new life, but in many cases, two different cultures come together in the marriage. Marriage is a ceremony that knows no boundaries, and people from different parts of the country, and even different parts of the world, …
Tips for Talking to Your Child about Divorce
Divorce can be a tough thing for adults to deal with. From deciding how property will be divided to finding a good attorney, there can be a lot of factors that go into finalizing a divorce. Adults, however, aren’t the only ones that are affected by divorce. Not only will children of divorcing parties have to go through the process …
The Intersection of Domestic Violence and Marriage
Marriage is intended as a lifelong commitment of love, support, and union between two people. There are times, however, when one party takes advantage of the other with physical abuse. While no marriage should come with the risk of domestic violence, most people, the courts included, acknowledge that it does happen. The courts acknowledge that domestic violence is not an …
Adultery and Alimony
As most parties to a divorce know, going through the separation is often immensely stressful and frequently includes unanticipated complexities. From deciding how to divide the property to establishing a separate life after marriage, there are many things to consider when getting a divorce. Adultery, however, can create a whole new level of stress for both parties. Even though adultery …
Understanding the Guardian Ad Litem
There are several different individuals that may be involved in your family law case. Common parties to a family law case include the spouses, attorneys that may be present, and the judge hearing the case. These are well-known, but there may be others involved as well, including a representative known as a “guardian ad litem.” This guardian is usually appointed …