Mediating Conflict,
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Parents who are going through a divorce often determine that it's best for the parent who has primary physical custody of the children to keep the pets. In most cases, unless there is serious animosity between the parents, they agree that this is best for...
Sometimes grandparents seek to take over the care of children because the kids' parents are not able to care for them properly due to drug or alcohol abuse, medical or emotional problems, incarceration or any number of issues. By taking custody of their grandchildren,...
Postnuptial agreements haven't been around for as long as prenuptial agreements. In fact, only in the 20th century did women gain the right to enter into contracts with their husbands. However, family law attorneys report that they are increasingly being asked to...
While prenuptial agreements among couples of all ages and income levels are becoming more common, some couples going into a second or subsequent marriage still balk at signing one. However, for people with children from previous marriages or relationships, it's...
One of the most difficult parts of divorce for many couples is breaking the news to their children. Even though most kids can sense that there's something wrong in their parents' relationship, hearing from them that it's actually over can be devastating.That's why...
Whether you are keeping the family home and renegotiating the mortgage to put it solely in your name or you are shopping for a new home, your income will be a determining factor in your interest rate and whether you can get a mortgage at all. If you are receiving...
Most people have heard about wealthy spouses going to great lengths to hide assets from their soon-to-be-ex to avoid having to share them. That's why people involved in high-asset divorces sometimes hire forensic accountants to ferret out bank accounts, property and...
With the deadline for filing taxes approaching, it's essential to know what changes a divorce will mean when you file this year if your divorce was finalized by Dec. 31, 2016. Even if you've always felt confident handling your taxes on your own, it may be wise to get...
Many family law attorneys recommend a prenuptial agreement for just about any couple preparing to tie the knot. However, if one or both spouses is bringing considerable assets into the marriage, it's even more important -- for both of them -- to protect their...
One of the most emotionally challenging aspects of getting divorced is feeling helpless, as though you lack control over your situation and your life in general. This is why divorce mediation has increased in popularity over the past few years. Through mediating your...