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Ex-Spouse, Permanent Fixture: Why Birthday Cards Matter More Than Divorce Papers

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Holidays come and go, but your ex-spouse is forever. This simple truth guides my advice to clients who share children with their soon-to-be former spouse. The secret to a smoother post-divorce life—benefiting both the...more

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Changes Under The New Personal Status Law Part 1 | Termination Of Marriage

The UAE has issued a new personal status law, namely, Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024 on the Issuance of the Personal Status Law, on the 1st of October, 2024 which will come into effect on the 15th of April 2025. The new...more

Lerch, Early & Brewer

The 5 Pieces of Information You Should Bring to Your Initial Meeting with a Divorce Attorney

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Meeting with a divorce attorney for the first time can feel overwhelming, no matter the circumstances. ...more

Carlton Fields

Florida Appeals Court Decisions Week of March 3 - 7, 2025

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U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals - Gray TV v. FCC - license, forfeiture, owning top stations in market - Liberty Surplus v. Kaufman - insurance, Fla law, course of construction exclusion, settlement proposal - ...more

Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP

What to Expect at a Final Hearing in a Domestic Relations Lawsuit

You’ve done all the hard work in your divorce or dissolution action. You’ve exchanged any requisite documents and other discovery, made a full and complete disclosure of all your assets, liabilities and income, and completed...more

Dentons

Your Wallet's New Reality: The Financial Truth About Life After Divorce

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Divorce changes everything—including your finances. Many people underestimate the true cost of living solo until it’s too late. Your financial affidavit isn’t just paperwork—it’s your financial lifeline....more

Ward and Smith, P.A.

Preparing for your Post-Separation Support and Alimony Case in North Carolina

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Before we dive into ways to prepare for your post-separation support and alimony case, it's important to understand what each of these terms mean and your general eligibility for spousal support. There are two types of...more

Cozen O'Connor

Assessing Child Support for High-Income Parents in British Columbia

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In British Columbia, child support is determined primarily by using the Federal Child Support Guidelines. These Guidelines set out a structured way to calculate support. But, what happens when one or both parents have high...more

Dentons

Five Ways to Sabotage Your Divorce (And Why You Really Shouldn't)

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You're going through a divorce. Your spouse says something that cuts deep—maybe they call you an unfit parent or threaten that you'll walk away with nothing. These brief yet hurtful comments can trigger impulsive actions. But...more

Offit Kurman

New York Takes a Progressive Step with Uncontested Joint Divorce

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On January 31, 2025, the Chief Administrative Judge of the State of New York announced an inventive pilot program designed to change how the court system processes divorces, introducing the concept of "uncontested joint...more

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We Never Got Married, Can You Help Me?

There have always been those couples who decide, for whatever reason, not to get married. They continue to live together and build a life together without the formality of marriage. So, what happens when a relationship like...more

Bowditch & Dewey

What NOT to Do During Your Divorce

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This blog frequently provides guidance regarding what divorcing spouses can do to protect their families, assets and income, and themselves during a divorce. Another important topic to consider is what not to do during a...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

Establishing a Residential Schedule in a Washington Parenting Plan

If you and your spouse are undergoing a divorce with children, there’s a good chance you are thinking about what kind of custody arrangement you will end up with. In Washington, we refer to these as “Residential Provisions”...more

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Top 5 Common Income Sources in Complex Child Support Cases

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Income from all sources is considered when calculating a monthly child support amount under the Pennsylvania Support Guidelines. Some child support cases are complex because a party has different sources of income beyond W-2...more

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Getting Divorced or Separated? There’s an App for it!

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Even if you and your ex are on good terms, co-parenting presents significant logistical challenges. For those who do not have the best relationship with their ex, co-parenting can create conflict and tension....more

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Enforcing Child Support in Pennsylvania: Remedies for Non-Payment and High-Profile Cases

Child Support Orders are important directives which mandate the payment of monies to a child until they are age 18 and have graduated from high school. Child support may include private school tuition, preschool and daycare...more

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Why Divorce Lawyers Are Busy After the Holidays

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The holiday season, with its emphasis on family gatherings, goodwill, and celebration, might seem like an unlikely time to consider divorce. However, for many couples, the stress and emotional intensity of the holidays often...more

Fox Rothschild LLP

The New Year’s Resolution Divorce – 2025 Edition

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For many divorce attorneys, the busy season starts after the first of the year. Since practically the inception of this blog, I have posted on the phenomenon of the New Year’s Resolution Divorce. For whatever reason, this...more

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson PLLC

How to Reach an Agreement in Divorce: Practical Steps for a Less Contentious Process

Divorce is often an emotionally charged and challenging experience. Beyond the personal heartbreak that may be involved, the legal and financial aspects can feel overwhelming. One of the most difficult tasks in the divorce...more

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Expat Divorce in Abu Dhabi: Jurisdiction and Asset Division by the Family Court

Introduction: For expatriates living in the UAE, divorce might be a complicated process and deal with emotions. Abu Dhabi has been taking steps to address the unique challenges that expatriates face with its Law No. 14/2021...more

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The Tax Implications of Divorce: Alimony, Child Support, IRAs and More

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Divorce is a complex and emotionally charged process that also brings substantial financial considerations, with three of the most significant financial aspects of a divorce being alimony (spousal support), child support, and...more

Stange Law Firm, PC

What’s a motion to compel in family law litigation?

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Divorce and family law litigation can be gut-wrenching. When a judge makes decisions for a family regarding child custody, child support, spousal maintenance, and property division, it can be overwhelming for many....more

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Important Questions to Consider When Obtaining a Divorce While Pregnant

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In Massachusetts, it is possible to get divorced while pregnant or while your spouse is pregnant, although it adds some complexities to the divorce process. In some other states (including Arkansas, Mississippi, California,...more

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Challenge to Federal Child Support Guidelines Fails at Supreme Court of Canada

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The Federal Child Support Guidelines, SOR/97 175 (the Guidelines), established by the Governor in Council (GIC) under the Divorce Act, R.S.C. 1985, c. 3 (2nd Supp.), determine the amount of child support to be paid in case of...more

Stange Law Firm, PC

What’s an answer to initial pleadings?

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When a divorce or family law case begins, one party files a petition or a motion. It could be a petition for dissolution of marriage, paternity, or a motion to modify. It could be a motion for contempt, an order of...more

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