Establishing Suitable Custody Arrangements

Posted on: 21 June 2016
Many divorcing couples turn to mediation to save money and avoid court. Even if you and your spouse are unable to reach an agreement on all of your issues, mediation can help with some of the issues so that the family court only has to intervene on what is left. If you are heading to mediation, here are some tips to keep in mind.  Consult With Your Attorney Before you and your spouse attend mediation, consult with your attorney.
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Posted on: 17 June 2016
A new child is always a blessing, but a baby can also bring a number of challenges and complications. That's especially true if you're an unwed mother. Single moms face numerous challenges in raising their children, including financial difficulties and the logistical obstacles of managing a career, education, personal life, and child care. If you recently gave birth as a single mother, you may be considering legal action to get child support and childcare assistance from the father.
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Posted on: 13 June 2016
For the divorcing parents of a minor child, the issue of child support is nearly a certainty. The family courts can and will require the inclusion of a child support provision, unless the parents have agreed to shared 50/50 parenting where both parents will be sharing equal amounts of custody. It may be helpful to understand how the courts view child support and how the provisions are enforced, since the courts take a very serious line on protecting the most innocent victims of a divorce situation.
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Posted on: 8 June 2016
Divorce can end up being pretty costly, especially if you and your spouse don't agree with each other on the division of your assets. You have probably wondered how a divorce will affect your assets and property. There are some things you should know about divorce and finances, and these are just a sample. Prenuptial Agreements You might have signed or had your spouse sign a prenuptial agreement before you got married.
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