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Do You Need a Separation Agreement? The Benefits of Legal Separation Before Divorce
If you are considering divorce, it can be difficult to discern all your legal options and what next steps suit you and your family. Though some couples begin divorce proceedings immediately, spending time apart through a separation agreement can be …
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What Is “Nesting” And Would It Work For Your Family?
For years, the research has told us that divorce can have a negative impact on childrens’ mental health. We know that, for some children, it can cause an increase in anxiety and depression, lower self-esteem, and challenges in future relationships. …
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When Is The Best Time To File For Divorce?
Ending a marriage is an extremely difficult and emotional process. In that regard, there is no best time to file for a divorce. However, unless you are a victim of adultery, abuse, drugs, or alcohol, and need to leave the …
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What Happens To The Marital Home After A Divorce?
Upon filing divorce, a major point of contention is often the marital home. Questions arise about who will keep the home, if either party decides to, what each party is responsible for, and what the other party might receive to …
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What is the Difference Between Alimony and Spousal Support?
If you are considering divorce, the question of alimony has likely entered your mind. Because so many families bring in two separate incomes, who owes money to whom, and whether or not alimony is even necessary, can become a little …
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All You Need to Know About Joint Custody Child Support
Child support is defined as the payment one parent makes to the other to be used towards the financial needs of the child, which include healthcare, education, housing, clothes, recreation, food, etc. To meet the best interests of the child, …
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Order of Protection vs. Restraining Order: Know the Difference
You always have the right to be safe. When we are faced with issues of domestic violence, abuse, or harassment, though, we tend to doubt ourselves. However, if you feel you are in an unsafe situation and you know you …
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The Difference Between a Marriage Annulment vs. Divorce
The end of a marriage is a confusing, overwhelming time for anyone. What can sometimes complicate things even further is if annulment is an option. Annulment can in many instances be a faster path towards dissolving the marriage, yet there …
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6 Things to Know About Orders of Protection and Child Custody
Child custody agreements are enough of a challenge. There are intense emotions on both sides and differing viewpoints of how the future should look, at times resulting in tension and spite. One tool some parents use in a child custody …
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Joint Custody vs Legal Guardianship: What’s the difference?
You’ve likely heard the terms “legal guardianship” and “joint custody” before, but may be unsure about the difference between the two. However, as you enter into the judicial system, either as a result of divorce or to gain parental rights …
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