Divorce
Divorce: How Child Custody Decisions are Made?
Child custody is one of the biggest issues in the area of family law. It is usually the most complicated issue during a divorce and can be difficult for single parents as well. The complications of this issue are due to the fact that the best interests of the child or children must be placed first,…
Read MoreDivorce: Effect and Consequences of Separation
Divorce causes a lot of turmoil in the lives of all who are involved. This is not a secret. What most people do not realize, however, is that there is a huge adjustment period after the divorce as well. This period of time can be exceptionally rough if the dissolution of marriage proceedings did not…
Read MoreTypes of Civil Litigation
Civil litigation is the process by which individuals, businesses or governmental entities can use the court system to seek justice and settle disputes. This type of litigation includes any and all types of legal matters except criminal actions. This term is also used to describe all of the work that a lawyer performs prior to going…
Read MoreCauses of Divorce: Most Common Marriage Failure
When you are facing a divorce, you may feel as if you are completely alone. Sadly, you are not. Ending a marriage is no longer a unique thing in the world and happens all-too-often. The main reason that a couple seeks to end their marriage is that something in their relationship has failed. 8…
Read MoreDivorce: All you need to know about child custody rights
Child custody issues are one of the most common areas for disputes in family law. Parents who are divorcing or who have never been married to each other all have their own opinions on what is best for their child when it comes to this issue. Sadly, many of these parents are unaware of the laws…
Read MoreDivorce: Mediation and Conciliation
Divorce can quickly become a complicated issue when both parties are trying to finalize the terms of their dissolution of marriage. Emotions run high and many times these emotions cloud the judgement of both parties. Anger, resentment and even revenge may take over the process which leads to extensive delays and costs. To avoid…
Read MorePrenuptial: What Does that the Law Allow?
It has become very common for couples to sign a prenup before they get married. This is especially true in cases where the couple that is marrying has had a previous marriage, children from a different relationship, or assets that they wish to retain in the event of a divorce. When it comes to…
Read MoreOklahoma Divorce Basics: Alimony and Support
Alimony or spousal support is something that must be addressed during any divorce proceedings. Spousal support is a way of ensuring that one spouse does not suffer unfair economic conditions when the dissolution of marriage is finalized. Alimony is granted to a non-working spouse or to a spouse that makes a considerable less amount per year…
Read MoreDivorce: Emotional Issues and Impact
On a personal level, the divorce process is very emotional. Both sides of the party are going to feel anger, sadness, irritability, and fear the unknown future. It is not uncommon for one party to hurt more than the other, especially if the request to dissolve the marriage was something that they did not expect.…
Read MoreAlimony: What You Need To Know Before The Divorce
Alimony is a financial obligation that requires one spouse to pay support to their former spouse after a divorce is finalized. Men or women are entitled to receive spousal support payments based on the circumstances of their marriage. This type of support is more common in marriages that lasted over 10 years, but can…
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