By Richard Hart | Published January 25, 2016 | Posted in Divorce | Tagged Tags: child custody, child support, division of assets, legal separation, spousal support, visitation | Comments Off on Difference Between Divorce and Legal Separation
Difference Between Divorce and Legal Separation
Divorce is not only emotionally difficult; it’s a major step for a couple. Is a divorce really necessary? Legal separation is another route you could take instead. We’ll outline the differences between a divorce and a legal separation for you to decide which is the right option for you. First off, a divorce ends the Read More
Read MoreWhat Makes Up Legal Fees
It is very challenging to get an accurate quote of your total bill for your legal services at your first consultation. There are a lot of fees that could be added onto the bill during the course of the case. These include: consultation fee, standard billable rates, contingency fee, and referral fees. Consultation Fee A Read More
Read MoreWhat Makes an Experienced Lawyer
Choosing a lawyer is easy, but choosing the right lawyer is a challenge. When searching for lawyers, experience should be a major deciding factor. A lawyer’s experience lays the ground work for how the case will proceed. Items to consider when reviewing a lawyer’s experience are years in business, education, and committee memberships. Years in Read More
Read MoreHiring a Reputable Lawyer
A reputable lawyer is someone who cares enough about their reputation and professional demeanor that the lawyer will certainly have the same level of care for all clients no matter the situation. You do not want a lawyer who is condescending or demeaning. A reputable lawyer will speak to you in layman’s terms and always Read More
Read MoreBasic Steps in Obtaining a Divorce
There is a lot that goes into the process of filing for a divorce. Here we go over six basic steps to obtaining a divorce, from start to finish. Filing your Forms First, you will decide if you and your spouse are signing together or if one of you will be completing the forms to Read More
Read MoreImportant Questions to Ask Your Lawyer in the Initial Consultation
When initially meeting with a lawyer, you will have a million ideas running through your head. It is normal to not have a total grasp on the situation. You are in a stressful environment and need to make some pretty big decisions in a decently fast time frame to protect you. The initial meeting is Read More
Read MoreWhat Making a Murderer Showed the General Public
The series “Making a Murderer” on Netflix has brought out several issues that defense lawyers deal with on a daily basis. While Steven Avery’s case is very unique there are parts of the case that apply to most criminal investigations. The case highlights how much the judicial system relies on police work with little to Read More
Read MoreCollecting Documentation and Staying Organized During a Divorce
A divorce can be planned, or it can be a surprise. There is always some time spent absorbing and processing what is happening. No matter the situation, you should have these basic documents with you or stored in a secure location with convenient access. Birth certificate Social security card Passport Any court documents related to Read More
Read MoreNegotiating in a Divorce
At most times during a divorce, there is a lot of tension between the two parties and communicating may be difficult to do. Remember that both parties are working for the same overall goal: to dissolve the marriage. To protect yourself, you should always have a lawyer involved in the negotiating process. A lawyer looks Read More
Read MoreWhat Is Marital Property and How Is It Divided?
The following three categories are considered marital or community property: All income received during the marriage All property obtained during the marriage that used income earned during the marriage (Even if the property was bought separately, but used for the benefit of the marriage) All debts incurred during the marriage The following assets are considered Read More
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