Divorcing with shared debt
For most people in the United States, debt is part and parcel of everyday life. From credit cards to automobile loans to home loans and more, consumers may carry a variety of debt at any time. When getting divorced, spouses must determine which debts may be considered...Divorce, a parenting plan and raising your children
For many parents facing divorce, one of the most troubling aspects is the amount of control a judge can exert over the future of their children. If this is a concern for you and your spouse, there is an option. You can avoid court interference by going to mediation...What are a father’s rights in an adoption?
To adopt a child, the court requires permission from both biological parents. However, the father’s permission is only possible if he is known. This could mean that in an adoption situation, you will not have any say in what happens with your child. Adoption...Should you ask friends for divorce advice?
You know you want a divorce. You tell your spouse about it. They’re not happy, per se, but they understand what this means. You start moving toward dissolving your marriage. You have never done this before, but you know several people who have. As with any other...Can you keep your benefits as a military spouse if you divorce?
One of the most valuable benefits that military spouses have is their access to health care benefits (TRICARE) and the Post Exchange and commissary provided by the government. When a couple splits, however, the dependent spouse is often confused about their right to...What you should know about Washington’s child custody laws
If you and your spouse have begun thinking about getting a divorce, your children’s future likely represents one of your greatest concerns. What kind of custody and visitation arrangement will work best for them and for the two of you? To begin with, you should know...Why do some people choose open adoption instead of a closed one?
When you adopt a child, you want to provide everything for them and make them a part of your family. Concerns about interference by biological parents can lead some people to seek a closed adoption. In a closed adoption, an adopted child cannot be in contact with...School, divorce and your children: Where to focus
Getting divorced can raise some significant school-related questions. Some of them may include: Do you need to move? If so, does that take your children out of their current school? If you split custody, can you both get them to the same school? If they have to switch...Don’t make this spousal support mistake
Among all the headaches of divorce negotiations, one of the biggest issues can be the matter of paying spousal support. If you were the breadwinner in the marriage, then it’s quite possible you’ll have to provide some amount of alimony for a time to help your...
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