The duration of the divorce process can vary depending on several factors, including whether the divorce is contested or uncontested, the complexity of financial matters, and the state's legal requirements. In general, uncontested divorces where both parties agree on key issues tend to proceed more quickly, sometimes taking several months to finalize. However, contested divorces [...]

When determining child custody arrangements, courts consider various factors, with the primary concern being the best interests of the child. Factors commonly considered include each parent's ability to provide for the child's physical, emotional, and developmental needs, the child's relationship with each parent, any history of domestic violence or substance abuse, the child's preference (depending [...]

Yes, it is possible to modify child support or spousal support orders under certain circumstances. Typically, either party can request a modification if there has been a significant change in circumstances since the original order was issued. Examples of qualifying changes may include a change in income, job loss, disability, or a change in the [...]

If you're a victim of domestic violence, your safety is paramount. You should immediately seek help from local law enforcement or a domestic violence hotline for emergency assistance and support. Additionally, you may consider obtaining a restraining order or protective order to legally protect yourself and your children from further harm. Our firm can assist [...]

The division of property in a divorce typically involves the equitable distribution of marital assets and debts. In equitable distribution states, courts aim to divide marital property fairly but not necessarily equally. Marital property generally includes assets acquired during the marriage, such as homes, vehicles, retirement accounts, and investments, while separate property, such as inheritances [...]

Legal separation and divorce are both legal processes that involve formally separating from your spouse, but they have key differences. In a legal separation, spouses remain married but live apart and may address issues such as child custody, support, and property division through a legally binding agreement. Divorce, on the other hand, terminates the marital [...]

Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) commonly used in family law cases to help parties reach agreements outside of court. In mediation, a neutral third-party mediator facilitates communication and negotiation between the parties, assisting them in resolving disputes and reaching mutually acceptable solutions. Mediation can be particularly beneficial in divorce, custody, and [...]

Child custody arrangements can take various forms depending on the specific circumstances of each family. The primary types of custody include physical custody, which determines where the child will reside, and legal custody, which pertains to decision-making authority regarding the child's upbringing. Custody arrangements may be sole (one parent has primary custody) or joint (both [...]

Spousal support, also known as alimony, may be awarded in divorce cases to provide financial assistance to a dependent spouse following the dissolution of the marriage. The amount and duration of spousal support are determined based on various factors, including the length of the marriage, each spouse's earning capacity and financial needs, the standard of [...]

Establishing paternity is the legal process of determining the biological father of a child. This can be done voluntarily through a paternity acknowledgment form signed by both parents at the child's birth or through genetic testing if paternity is disputed. If paternity is contested, either parent can petition the court to establish paternity, which may [...]