Separation and Divorce

What Is A Legal Separation?
A Legal Separation is similar to a divorce in that the issues relating to child custody, child support, visitation, alimony or spousal support, the division of property and the allocation of debts … more
How Does The Court Decide Who Gets The Children?
At the outset, it is important to understand that “custody” is usually divided into two separate categories – legal custody and physical custody. Usually, both parents are … more
What Is An Annulment?
An annulment is a method of voiding the contract of marriage. If an annulment is granted, the result is that the parties are treated as if the marriage never occurred. An annulment can only be … more

What to Bring to Your Divorce Consultation
A divorce is a life changing event. Sometimes a divorce is amicable and sometimes it is contested. Either way, it is wise to hire an attorney with whom you are comfortable and who you trust to look out for your interests in the divorce settlement. Your first meeting with an attorney is called a consultation. It is usually through this consultation meeting and reference … more
Distribution of Property Upon Divorce
Getting divorced involves a lot of financial decisions. The property, including real estate, stocks, personal property, bank accounts and other things, needs to be divided. Sometimes the couple getting divorced can work out an equitable arrangement themselves. If this is the case then the judge granting the divorce usually signs off on their agreement. However, getting … more

Petition for Dissolution of Marriage, Legal Separation, Nullity of Marriage
Use this form to petition the court to grant you a dissolution of your marriage, a legal separation, or an annulment. (FL-100)
Petition for Dissolution of Domestic Partnership, Legal Separation of Domestic Partnership, Nullity of Domestic Partnership
Use this form to petition the court to grant you a dissolution of your domestic partnership, a legal separation or an annulment. (FL-103)
Declaration Under Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA)
Use this form to declare to the court the minor children living in your home, and whether or not you have been a party to another custody … more
Summons (Family Law)
This form is used by the court to notify you that you are being sued and have a specific number of days to answer the complaint against you for … more

How To File for Divorce
Every state has a process for ending a marriage. Some states refer to the divorce process a bit more formally, calling it "dissolution of marriage." STEP 1 – Talk to Your Spouse An angry and bitter divorce will be longer and more expensive. If you and your spouse are in general agreement regarding ending the marriage, the division of your marital property, and … more
How To File for a Simplified Divorce
Some states allow for a “Summary Divorce/Dissolution of Marriage” when a couple has only been married for a limited time, does not have any children, has limited marital assets and debts, neither party is asking for spousal support and both parties agree to the divorce. In a summary divorce the couple usually will not appear in court and will have the final order stamped by a … more

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