Divorce and Family Law
Divorce and Family Law
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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.
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Understanding and Calculating Alimony in Hawaii
Divorcing couples often have to discuss custody, child support, and spousal support. If one spouse earns more than the other, the court may order the higher-earner to financially support the other.
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Your Hawaii divorce is likely to be a long and expensive process, right? Not necessarily.
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The Basics of Annulment in Hawaii
Annulment in Hawaii doesn’t just end a marriage—it declares it never legally existed. But qualifying isn’t easy, and the process has strict rules and serious legal consequences.
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How Domestic Violence Affects Child Custody in Hawaii
Domestic violence can heavily influence custody decisions in Hawaii, with courts prioritizing the child’s safety and well-being above all. Learn how legal protections and custody rules intersect.
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How Do I File for Divorce in Hawaii?
Getting divorced in Hawaii can be complicated. Not knowing what you’re getting into can be a mistake you’ll regret for years to come.
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Hawaii Divorce: Dividing Property
Dividing property in a Hawaii divorce isn’t always 50/50—courts aim for fairness, not equality, and nearly everything is up for grabs, including assets one spouse brought into the marriage.
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Legal Separation in Hawaii FAQs
Not every feuding married couple wishes to terminate their marriage permanently. If you've reached a low point in your relationship, you might want to consider whether separation is a viable alternative to divorce in Hawaii.
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Child Custody and Relocation Laws in Hawaii
Learn how courts in Hawaii make custody decisions when one parent wants to relocate with the children after a divorce.
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Adultery in Hawaii: Does Cheating Affect Divorce?
If you’re getting divorced in Hawaii, and your spouse has cheated on you, will it have an impact on any alimony award?
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Continue reading to learn more about when courts will consider a child's opinion during custody proceedings in Hawaii.
