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If you changed your name when you were married and you later decide to change back to your maiden name (prior name) after a divorce, it can be a frustrating process. However, many people find that reclaiming their birth names is very helpful and can help them feel more grounded in their lives. Legal Name In general, a legal name…
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…
We all hope marriage will last forever, but it sometimes ends in divorce. That does not mean that the marriage failed, simply that the two parties can no longer live peacefully as a married couple. When one party does not want to sign the divorce papers, there are things that you can do to move the proceedings forward and resolve the…
With an incredibly high divorce rate, it makes sense that you would want to protect yourself when entering a marriage. At the same time, talking about a prenuptial agreement scares some couples, as they think it could lead to problems now or even down the road. However, a prenup marriage agreement is designed to protect premarital and marital assets and…
Going through a divorce is a tough time for the whole family, especially the grandparents of the children involved. It is a confusing time for everyone. There’s not much you as a grandparent can do to help the situation, but you try your best. Grandparents may be worried about keeping their relationship with their grandchildren and how the divorce will…
Marrying the right person is important. But, sometimes, in marriages, the romance that was once present may begin to drift away. The good news is that there are many ways to get that romance back. Marriages require constant work and the best way to rekindle romance is to actually put in the work even in marriages that are failing. Tips…