How Do I File For Divorce?
Filing for divorce is like initiating any other civil lawsuit – you must first file papers at the courthouse (a “Complaint”). Many states have the necessary forms available …
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What Exactly Does It Mean To Be Divorced?
If you are divorced it means that a judge has signed a “dissolution of marriage” declaring that you are no longer legally married to your spouse. Just as getting married is a …
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Divorce Mediation
The goal of a divorce is to dissolve a marriage and while that goal may be simple the legal process of achieving the dissolution of the marriage is often complex. State laws vary concerning when a person can get a divorce. Many states have adopted no fault divorce statues that do not require a court to find that spousal misconduct, adultery or abuse occurred. Instead, the …
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What to Do After a Divorce
After the final divorce decree is filed, you may feel a sense of relief that the emotional process of negotiating the division of property, agreeing on financial support and child custody is over. While the negotiations may be over, there are still some business details that need to be taken care of in order for you to start your life again as a single person. Change Your Name This step …
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