Family Law Rules in Maine
Family Law Rules in Maine
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Understanding and Calculating Alimony in Maine
Spouses often worry during the divorce process, and financial uncertainty is a common concern. Fortunately, in Maine, a lower-earning spouse can ask for spousal support from a higher-earning spouse during a divorce.
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Learn more about the uncontested divorce process in Maine.
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The Basics of Annulment in Maine
If you want to know if your marriage is eligible for an annulment in the state of Maine, this article explains the difference between annulment and divorce, when a marriage can be annulled, and the effects of an annulment. You’ll want to check with the district court of the county where you or your
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Prenuptial Agreements in Maine
In 2002, only 1% of marrying couples entered into prenuptial agreements. By 2010, that number had tripled. Once believed to be a tool for only the wealthy to protect their estates, today many more couples use prenuptial agreements to decide for themselves how their property should be divided if their
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Maine Divorce: Dividing Property
Find out how marital property and debts are divided in a Maine divorce.
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How Do I File for Divorce in Maine?
Getting divorced in Maine 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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How Domestic Violence Affects Child Custody in Maine
The Maine legislature believes that domestic abuse is a serious crime that produces an unhealthy and dangerous environment for children. Abuse in the household is not conducive to healthy childhood development. For this reason, the legislature allows courts to consider domestic violence when deciding