E.A. Gjelten

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Attempting to Hide Assets Before Divorce?
Learn why it's a bad idea to hide money and other assets in divorce, how you could be found out, and the consequences you could face.
Adultery in Washington, D.C.: Does Cheating Affect Alimony?
Learn whether and how an extramarital affair could affect alimony, property division, or other issues in your D.C. divorce.
Legal Separation in D.C. FAQ
If your marriage isn't working for you anymore, you might be wondering if divorce is the best way forward, or if legal separation would be a better option. Learn how legal separation works in D.C. and how it's different than divorce.
Who Makes Medical Decisions for a Child After Divorce?
Legal custody gives a parent the right to make medical decisions for a child, and when parents share this responsibility, they must agree on treatments. If they can’t, courts may step in to resolve the disagreement based on the child’s best interests.
Understanding and Calculating Child Support in Hawaii
Learn how child support is calculated under Hawaii's guidelines, as well as how to enforce and change your current support order.
Adultery in Delaware: Does Cheating Affect Alimony?
If you’re getting divorced in Delaware, and your spouse has cheated on you, will it have an impact on any alimony award? And what about other issues in your divorce?
Dividing Property in a New York Divorce
If you’re getting divorced in New York, the issue of dividing your property is going to come up. You may think you know what you’re entitled to—but you could be in for a surprise.
How Domestic Violence Affects Child Custody in California
Child custody disputes can be difficult enough in normal circumstances, but they’re especially fraught when domestic violence or child abuse is part of the picture. Learn how California judges handle these cases.
Understanding and Calculating Alimony in California
Learn about the kinds of spousal support available in California, how judges decide the amount of alimony and how long it will last, and whether you can change the award later.
How Domestic Violence Affects Child Custody in Missouri
Learn how domestic violence can affect a judge's decisions about custody and visitation in Missouri, including when judges may allow an abusive parent to see a child or have parenting time.