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Receiving a Windfall During a Divorce
Is there ever a bad time to win the lottery? Turns out the answer is yes, if you happen to be in the middle of a divorce. But lottery winnings aren’t the only big windfall you could receive during a divorce, and whether you have to split that money will depend on what...
Death During Divorce
What happens if you’re in the middle of a divorce and the other person dies before it’s final? It’s not as uncommon as you might think, but fortunately there are steps you can take to protect yourself in the event it happens to you. What happens next? The divorce...
3 Warning Signs Your Spouse is About to Divorce You!
Every marriage has its ups and downs. You know when things aren’t going well, but just because your marriage might be troubled at the moment doesn’t mean it will end in divorce. So how do you know if your marriage is just going through a rough patch, or if your...
Do You Need A Temporary Order?
A divorce can take months; the most contentious ones may even drag on for a year or more. Many times, one of the parties cannot wait that long to start receiving spousal or child support. In these situations, you may need to file a request for a Temporary Order. Types...
When to Hire an Expert Witness
You have seen expert witnesses testify in televised, high-profile criminal trials. But did you know you might need an expert witness to testify at your divorce trial? Why would I need an expert? Courts like facts and evidence. Opinions, especially those of laypeople,...
Protecting Inheritance During Divorce
The best time to think about protecting your inheritance is when you receive it, not when you file for divorce. By the time a divorce occurs, the die will already be cast, so the sooner you understand what you need to do to protect it, the better. Will my inheritance...
Holiday Parenting Time
Once a divorce has been finalized and a parenting schedule has been implemented, parents and children alike start to adjust to the “new normal” as the children go back and forth to spend time with each parent. But then, the holidays approach, and suddenly your once...
Open Enrollment & Child Custody Orders
Open Enrollment & Child Custody OrderIt’s that time of year again, and we don’t mean pumpkin spice, fall, or the holidays! It’s open enrollment season for health insurance right now, and if you have a child support order, there are a few things you should review...
Dividing Retirement Plans During Divorce
Retirement plans are considered assets, and the marital value of these plans will have to be divided appropriately during your divorce. But there are different types of retirement accounts, and the division of them will vary by type. Qualified versus Non-Qualified...
Recognizing and Stopping Parental Alienation
Parental alienation is not just a normal result of a heated child custody dispute. It is not inevitable in custody disputes, and if it’s happening to you, it’s important that you recognize the signs and take steps to stop it as soon as possible. As hurtful as it may...