In the area of domestic violence, most states have laws that require police to arrest one or both spouses if domestic violence is suspected. The rationale behind this law is to stop an abusive partner from threats that make the spouse too afraid to go through with prosecution.
When it comes to ending a marriage, there are a few options available. Some couples are able to settle their divorce prior to trial, some choose mediation, and others dissolve their marriage by way of collaborative divorce. Whichever method you choose you need reliable, professional legal advice.
Adopting a child from another state, or even another country? Many governments require that adoptive parents travel to the child’s native country or state and spend time there with the child before being allowed to take him or her home.
The idea of child support was that the child should not suffer because his parents divorced, and that the parent who is best able to support the child should be helping to do so, even if they are not the custodial parent. A truly fair settlement does exactly that.
If a relative is interested in adopting a child, does the relative need to be married or own a home? No. Relatives who are interested in relative adoptions may be single, married or divorced and home ownership is not a requirement for relative adoptions.
Did you know that certain costs you incur as a result of divorce may be deductible under your itemized deductions? This includes any fees paid for tax planning, attorney fees for collecting spousal support, and fees paid for securing your interest in a qualified retirement plan.