Although prenuptial agreements may not seem very romantic, they're a smart way to protect yourself and your spouse, especially if either of you owns a business or a home before being married. If you ever decide to divorce, the agreement can be used to easily determine what was owned prior to the marriage.
If you’ve been living in an abusive relationship, the idea of confronting your former spouse for child support can be intimidating. Having us on your side can take some of the fear out of the situation.
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The biggest challenge in many divorces, after child custody is decided, is how to settle the financial obligations that the family may have. A solid mediation may be able to help you work through that log jam, and a good attorney will be able to help you find a mediator who can do it.
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Asking the person you’re going to marry to sign a prenuptial agreement can be one of the most difficult pre-wedding conversations you’ll ever have. That said, it’s also one of the most important conversations you’ll have, as it can determine the fairest asset split now, before you’re at the point of divorce.
It’s important for parents to know that visitation isn’t always a guarantee after the divorce is final. If your spouse has a history of violence or erratic behavior, it may be best to push for supervised visitation.
Did you know that once you and your spouse no longer live in the same state, child custody proceedings can become more complex? When facing this, it’s important to have an attorney by your side who understands how to navigate interstate hearings.
One of the many benefits of hiring a family attorney for your divorce is the expertise your lawyer has gained in regularly dealing with the judges in court while handling other cases. That experience and familiarity could be invaluable in your case.
If you are a victim of Domestic Violence please get safe immediately and call 911. Seek a restraining order through your local court as soon as possible. If you are unable to come to court you can E-File at the following locations:
1. Rape Crisis of Cumberland County (910) 485-7273
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Did you know that in fault divorces, the complaint for divorce is required to state grounds for divorce? This can include everything from cruel and abusive treatment to adultery, abandonment, and other types of misconduct.
So what exactly does the “best interests of the child” mean when it comes to child custody cases? This can include anything from the child’s age, gender, and mental and physical health, to the lifestyle and other social factors of the parents.
When you are in court, it’s important that you treat opposing counsel respectfully, no matter your feeling for the other party. Wait your turn to speak, and don’t interrupt, make faces, or gesticulate when opposing counsel is speaking.
Are you concerned that your spouse is going to get more spousal and child support during your divorce proceedings than you can reasonably afford? When you don’t want to risk an unfair settlement, we’re always here for you.
If you're involved in a domestic partnership, you do have ways to protect yourself in case of a split. Co-habitation agreements can help determine ownership and other obligations much like prenuptial agreements can with a marriage.
Family issues are complex and steeped in strong emotions. Whether you're dissolving a relationship or expanding your family, you need all the facts to make sure you and your and your family are protected. That's why we're here. We take the stress out of family planning and family legal matters.
Please know that we don’t understand you to be an expert in family law. That’s why you have us. No matter how trivial you think your question may be, feel free to ask it anyway.
In family law cases, most require a settlement conference, which is simply a meeting whereupon all parties discuss and seek resolution to various areas of dispute. In addition to both parties, settlement conferences can involve judges, family law attorneys, and mediators.
What questions or concerns do you have about the divorce process that worry you the most?
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Is your spouse raising any allegations that you are unfit as a parent? If so, you’ll need the help of a knowledgeable family lawyer to defend against those claims and present evidence showing you are a caring and attentive parent.
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