Divorce
Divorce lawyers can advise on a variety of matters related to your divorce, whether your divorce is highly contested or relatively simple.
A court of law is the only way one can obtain a divorce decree, dissolution, legal separation, nullity or other form of terminating a marriage. The court also has jurisdiction to resolve other issues that may be related to the divorce including custody and visitation rights for minor children, division of marital assets and debts, spousal support, child support, restraining orders, and other matters.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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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 … more -
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 … more -
What Is The Difference Between a "Fault" and a "No Fault" Divorce?
A “no fault” divorce is one where the spouse filing for divorce does not have to prove that the other spouse did something wrong. All states allow divorces regardless of who is at … more
Legal Articles
- Collaborative Law...Is it Right for You?
The business of ending a marriage can be complicated. There are many things that need to be worked out and the legal process can quickly become adversarial and contentious. An alternative to working out the details of family law issues in court is to participate in a process known as collaborative law. In the past twenty years, collaborative law has become an increasingly … more - Common Grounds for Divorce
First, keep in mind that you do not have to prove certain grounds or reasons in order to get a divorce. These are commonly called “no-fault” divorces. If you file for a no-fault divorce, you can get a divorce for any reason or no reason at all. In other words, you don’t have to prove anything to the court in order to get divorced, and your spouse typically … more
