Annulment or Divorce: Which Do I Need?
Most people who get married plan on staying with their spouse for the rest of their life. Unfortunately, it doesn’t always work out. When a marriage comes to an end, many find themselves unsure of what happens next. Do they have to file for a separation? …
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Your Goal Should Be An Amicable Separation If Possible
Sometimes marriages come to an end. Two people who at one point loved each other, fall out of love for one reason or another and it ends in divorce. Maybe kids are now in the picture and working through custody …
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Divorce After a Long Marriage
When a marriage ends in divorce, it usually happens sooner rather than later. In fact, the average length of a marriage ending in divorce is 8 years. The average age of divorcees is 30 years old. While divorce is hard …
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Separation During Marriage
When two people marry, they generally plan on spending the rest of their lives together. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always happen. Separating from a spouse is one of the most difficult time periods a person can go through. Emotions and tensions will be high, and the …
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Domestic Violence & Divorce
Domestic violence is a horrid action that is often tragically overlooked in today’s society. Many who are caught up in it aren’t sure where to begin. What are your options? What does a divorce look like if domestic violence is …
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Legal Separation vs. Divorce – What’s the Difference?
When a married couple reaches a point of irreconcilable difference, they’ll likely begin the process of divorce. Before a divorce is finalized, a separation will occur. After all, with emotions high and separate lawyers being talked to, it’s not a …
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Spousal Support (Alimony) – Do I Have to Pay? How Much do I Have to Pay?
It goes without saying that divorces are very difficult for both parties involved. They will affect you emotionally, socially, and financially. Finances tend to be the biggest uncertainty in a divorce proceeding. Who gets what? How much do they get? …
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Divorce Settlement Meeting Preparation – What to Expect
No one plans to get divorced when they get married. If it happens, unless you’ve experienced a divorce before, you probably won’t what happens next. Divorces can take different directions depending on how well the two parties are able to …
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Common Myths About Divorce (and the Truth Behind Them)
If you’re considering divorce, or you’re already in the process, it’s likely that a lot of people are going to tell you a lot of things. Some of those things may be true, but much of it will be simple …
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The Main Differences Between Civil and Criminal Law
Though many assume that criminal and civil court cases happen under the same legal standards, they actually operate under quite different rules and procedures. Understanding these differences is key, should you come into need of legal counsel. The key difference …
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