Getting Divorced: The Divorce Process
MoreGetting Divorced: The Divorce Process
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Ten Things To Do If Divorce Is Imminent
If you’re convinced that your marriage is irretrievably broken and you’re headed for divorce, here are ten steps to take.
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If You Have to Go To Divorce Court
If you and your spouse can't settle your divorce out of court, this judge has a few tips on how to handle yourself.
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Different Types of Separation: Trial, Permanent, and Legal Separation
What does it mean to be separated? What's the difference between trial, permanent, and legal separation?
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Does it Matter Who Files for Divorce?
In some divorce cases, the spouse who does not file for the divorce (non-moving) may face harsher consequences than the moving spouse.
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If you're in a contested custody trial, the judge may order a custody evaluation. Continue reading to learn more about the experts that prepare these reports.
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The Best Interests of the Child: Factors a Judge May Consider in Deciding Custody
What do judges consider when deciding child custody cases?
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Joint Child Custody: Do the Advantages Outweigh the Disadvantages?
Is it always better for both parents to have custody of the children after a divorce?
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Enforcing Child Support Orders: Dealing With a Deadbeat Parent
Now more than ever, it’s becoming harder for deadbeat parents to skip out on child support. Strict laws have been enacted to establish and enforce child support orders.
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How to Modify Child Support Payments
Find out how (and why) a court would order an increase in child support payments.
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Top 15 Financial Mistakes to Avoid in Your Divorce Settlement
Here are some financial mistakes to avoid when it comes to negotiating your divorce settlement.
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Who Gets the House in Divorce?
This article provides a few tips to help you navigate through this difficult issue.
Other Divorce and Family Law Topics
MoreOther Divorce and Family Law Topics
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Leaving an Abusive Relationship: How to Protect Yourself
Here are some steps to help protect yourself and your children when leaving an abusive relationship.
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Can I Give My Spouse Our Divorce Documents, or Do I Have to Hire a Process Server?
In all states, the spouse asking for a divorce must file a divorce petition (or complaint) with the local court and complete “service of process,” by making sure the responding spouse receives copies of the divorce paperwork.