How To Get A Divorce When Your Spouse Doesn’t Want One
Getting a divorce is difficult and heart breaking. It can be even more complicated when one spouse doesn't agree to it. But if you've tried all you can and believe there are unreconcilable differences, your spouse can't stop you from getting a divorce. The only thing that can really stop you is
How To Stay Sane During Your Divorce
A divorce may be the most stressful thing many people go through in their lifetime. Divorces are hard but they don’t have to be the reason you lose your sanity. Taking care of your mental health should be your number one priority during your divorce. This article provides helpful tips on
Why Is Divorce Such A Long Process?
Divorces are rarely easy, and more often than not they are a long and tiring process. So why do divorces usually take longer than six months? In this article, we'll discuss some of the reasons why. Reasons Why Divorces Take So Long Divorces require a lot of paperwork. You have to wait
Lawmakers Want To Shorten Divorce Wait For Parents In Louisiana
Lawmakers in Louisiana are considering shortening divorce wait times on no-fault divorces for couples who have children under 18. Currently, divorcing couples with children under 18 must be separated for one full year before they can get a divorce. Lawmakers now want to make it so that they only have to
Words you may hear your attorney say in divorce court – Part 2
Here are more words that you may hear in your divorce or custody case: Judgment of Divorce: A final court order dissolving the Marriage Defendant: The responding party to a divorce; the party who did not file the petition initiating the divorce. Deposition: A witness’s testimony taken out of court, under oath, and
Words that you may hear attorneys say in a divorce or custody case and what do they mean?
Many times you will hear your attorney say some words relevant to your court case and you have no idea what they mean. I have put together a glossary of words and their definitions. Affidavit: A written statement of facts made under oath and signed before a notary public. Affidavits are
My spouse is hiding income and assets and we are getting divorced. How can I get documents showing the hidden money?
The Discovery Process Discovery is one of the least talked about steps in divorce, but it is often one of the most important. The discovery process enables you and your spouse to meet on a more level playing field when it comes to settling your case or taking it to trial.
My divorce should be cheap. Why does it cost so much?
Although you think your divorce should only cost $100, there are many factors that impact how much a divorce will cost? Although it is difficult to predict how much legal fees will be, the following are some of the factors that affect the cost: • Whether there are children • Whether child custody
Confusion over attorney fees? Do you understand how your attorney is charging you?
Do you understand how your attorney is charging you? How will you know how the fees and charges are accumulating? Be sure your written fee agreement with your attorney is completely clear about how you will be informed regarding the status of your account. If your attorney agrees to handle your divorce for a
How much does it cost to get a divorce?
How much does it cost to get a divorce? The cost of your divorce will depend upon many factors. It is impossible for your attorney to predict the cost of your divorce. Each divorce is unique to each couple’s situation. Some attorneys perform divorces for a flat fee, but most charge