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The Five Most Common Irreconcilable Differences

Irreconcilable Differences is the single most cited reason for divorces in the United States. They are defined as “an inability for two parties to resolve their differences in order to save their marriage” by legaldictionary.net. But really, it often just means my spouse and I no longer get...

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What if my Spouse Stops Making Alimony Payments?

During divorce proceedings alimony may be awarded to the spouse that is leaving the marriage with significantly less earnings, ability to earn or any financial disadvantage to where alimony support is required. The overall goal of alimony is to balance the financial situation and to provide financial stability....

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You’re Getting a Divorce, What Comes First?

Divorce usually doesn’t just happen overnight. There is usually a almost always slow build up to it. But, when a couple finally decides it is time to get divorced, what matters should they discuss first? We will attempt to answer that very question in this post. If you...

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What Does a Family Attorney Do?

Many people have a vague idea of what a family attorney does. In this article I will list the more intricate details of what a family attorney actually does for their client. Providing Objective Advice – A good a family attorney should advise their client from a neutral...

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Family Law: Child Custody

The most important factor to address when a marriage (with children) is being dissolved is child custody. The word “custody” is no longer used in courtrooms. It has been replaced by the term “parenting plan”. This term is used to describe the plan that will be used concerning...

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What is Family Law?

Family law encompasses any law that applies to relationships within a family structure. A family structure consists of spouses, offspring, parents, grandparents, step-children or step-parents, siblings, half siblings, or anyone in your immediate family. Most often, the term family law is used in referring to law surrounding the...

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