Family Law

The decision to divorce a spouse is not an easy one. Life is bound to change drastically. However, divorce is the best way out in some situations, such as if your partner is abusive, adulterous or neglectful. When you finally decide that there is no going back, here...

 You ask your spouse for a divorce, and you immediately start making a list of all the assets that you own. At the top of that list is the house that the two of you bought together shortly after you got married.  Other assets can be divided, but you assume that you're...

Mediation may be a cheaper and faster way of resolving a divorce. It also protects the children from the undesirable effects of a drawn-out contest between the parents. However, it is not always the best way of handling a divorce. There are some instances where...

You know that your standard of living is going to change when you get divorced. It is commonly assumed that you would need to make more money just to keep it exactly where it was before. This is because you have all of the same bills, but now just on one income....

Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution. It helps people who don't agree find a way to compromise and resolve an issue without going to court. Many people who have not been through mediation fail to understand the process and may even confuse aspects of...

One thing that fathers may think about during child custody discussions is how to split time over important holidays. For many men, having access to their children on Father’s Day is an absolute must, just as it would be a priority for women to have custody on...

Divorce can have countless implications on your personal life. You will have to adjust to life as a single person (and parent if you have children).  On top of that, the divorce process generally involves settling several aspects of your financial life. Property and...

Couples with disagreements about various divorce issues may choose mediation rather than litigation. Mediation gives former spouses an opportunity to negotiate with one another and find a way to compromise.  Mediation can be a particularly valuable tool for those who...

The holidays can be a difficult time for newly divorced parents. Finding a way to co-parent with your ex-spouse to spend time with your kids can be difficult, but it is possible, and it is necessary. Fighting with your ex can be harmful for your kids, especially...

If you and your partner are splitting up, you’re likely not on the best of terms. If you have a child together, you may be worried about access to your child after the relationship ends. For instance, maybe you believe your ex is willing to lie about abuse or domestic...