2018 Featured News

Special Needs & Adulthood: When Your Child Turns 18

Posted on Dec 13, 2018
Once a child reaches 18 years old, he or she is legally an adult. Once they cross that threshold, regardless of your child's medical conditions, he or she has all the rights afforded to an ...
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The Rights of an Unmarried Father

Posted on Nov 9, 2018
Children are born to unwed parents every day in the United States. The Center for Disease and Control and Prevention reports that 41 percent of all babies born in America are born to unmarried ...
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Why a Home Appraisal Is Vital for a Fair Divorce

Posted on Oct 16, 2018
Most U.S. family courts use a system that demands the equitable distribution of property in divorce cases. This allows spouses to leave the marriage fairly compensated for their contribution. For ...
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Can I Move? When Divorced Parents Need To Relocate

Posted on Sep 5, 2018
Courts recognize that visitation agreements may need to be changed after the divorce is final. The most common reason? When a custodial parent needs to relocate. The relocation may be necessary ...
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Missing Your Grandchildren? Seek Grandparents’ Visitation Rights.

Posted on Aug 8, 2018
If you have a strained relationship with your divorced son or daughter, your time with your grandkids may be at risk. Grandparents could lose their visitation rights if their grandchildren are under ...
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The Differences Between Temporary & Permanent Alimony

Posted on Jul 9, 2018
Divorce cases almost always include a discussion of alimony, or spousal support. Alimony as a legal concept has been around for thousands of years, and it's based on a simple idea—the ...
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Destination Weddings: Making Sure Your “I Do” Is Legal

Posted on Jun 18, 2018
Every bride dreams of her perfect wedding. Whether that's a tropical summer wedding in an exotic location or a winter wonderland in the Swiss Alps, many brides will tell you that their dream ...
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Tips to Make an Amicable Divorce Possible

Posted on May 8, 2018
As divorce becomes more common, our culture has stopped seeing it as a failure and started recognizing it as a legitimate way to make a new start. The way couples split up today is far different than ...
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Child Support Is Not Payment for Visitation Rights

Posted on Apr 10, 2018
"I'm behind on child support payments, and my ex has denied me visitation with my kids. Is that legal?" Absolutely not. Let's explain: There's this myth that child support and ...
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Tips to Protect Your Child Through a Divorce

Posted on Mar 7, 2018
Did you know that out of all the children born this year, 50% will experience the divorce of their parents before they turn 18-years-old? Some of these kids will have to learn about child custody in ...
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What Is Divorce Mediation & How Can It Help?

Posted on Feb 19, 2018
American television shows and movies give a powerful depiction of what divorces can be. The spouses are bitter and angry, fighting over seemingly insignificant items and saying things like "you ...
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Benefits of an Open Adoption

Posted on Feb 8, 2018
The adoption process can be more than intimidating. Choosing where, who, and how to adopt can be a whirlwind experience. In the past, many couples in America were set on closed adoption situations. An ...
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Does a Cheating Spouse Affect a Divorce?

Posted on Jan 31, 2018
Your marriage is coming to an end, and a divorce is imminent. As you think through all the complications that come with a divorce, you wonder if your spouse's adultery will affect the divorce. The ...
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