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A divorce lawyer helps divorcing couples terminate their marriage and resolve issues such as custody, support, property division and debts. Often, a case is settled without going to trial. But if you do end up in court, it is important to choose an attorney who will represent your best interests. Trusts A trust is a legal document whereby someone (the “grantor”)…
When Is Alimony Awarded In A Divorce? Unlike child support, which is ordered according to specific monetary guidelines, spousal support, or alimony, is awarded by the family law judge based on what spouses can reasonably earn. Usually, the amount of spousal support is determined by the state’s guidelines, but it may also depend on the length of the marriage and other…
While it is undeniable that divorces are challenging for kids of all ages to handle, the good news is that there is a lot that parents can do to make sure their children feel supported during the process. Talk to your kids about your divorce in a calm and non-blaming way. Explain to them how the changes will impact their life.…
Do I Use A Lawyer In A Mediation Divorce? As a first step in weighing your options, it’s helpful to understand the differences between arguing (“litigating”) your case in court and trying to resolve it through mediation. Mediation promotes the values of cooperation and mutual respect, aiming to create an agreement between spouses that they can both live with. Litigation, on…
Being a military spouse comes with extra challenges because of the very nature of the job. Apart from the constant worry for the spouse in military service, there’s also the matter of being constantly on the move. Because of these additional challenges to married life, it sometimes becomes inevitable for couples to divorce. However, this process is not as straightforward…
If you find yourself looking at the choice between annulment and divorce proceedings, it usually means things have not gone as planned. These situations are also stressful, painful, and potentially costly. If you are wondering whether to get a divorce or an annulment, you should first understand the differences between them. This is also where a family law lawyer can…
When we meet with clients here at the Law Offices of Granoff & Kessler, we bring them information about their legal options related to matters such as divorce. We know that divorce is not an easy choice, but it might be the right choice for some people. Unfortunately, a midlife crisis is one of the reasons why people get divorced.…
No one ever expects their spouse to die during a divorce, but it happens more often than you might think. If your spouse dies before you finalize your divorce, what happens to the proceedings? How does it affect your property rights and child custody arrangements? These are questions you may want answers to so that you can prepare yourself and…
Divorce can be expensive. People often wonder if they can get divorced without the help of a divorce attorney. The answer is technically yes—but depending on your marriage length and financial circumstances, it’s not recommended. If you want help protecting separate assets and ensuring your right to half of the marital property, spousal support, child custody and child support, hiring…
Since April 2020, many Americans have received as many as three stimulus payments to help them get through the COVID-19 pandemic. If you’re going through a divorce, the stimulus checks may have been mailed to your ex (or direct deposited in their account). When a divorce is less than amicable—or one party feels particularly entitled to the money—you could have…