Divorce Legal Guides (345 found)

Written by Maury Devereau Beaulier
Often how a party reacts to the stressful environment of divorce can have a significant impact on divorce and custody proceedings. Review this guide to the Do's and Don'ts of divorce and custody proceedings.
0 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 7 months ago in Divorce / Separation. Jurisdiction: Minnesota

Written by Maury Devereau Beaulier
It is a common misconception that a court in a divorce can relieve one party from the financial obligations incurred during the marriage. Although the Court may require one party to pay a joint debt, that ruling does not prevent a creditor from pursuing either party for an unpaid debt.
Posted 7 months ago in Divorce / Separation. Jurisdiction: Minnesota

Written by Maury Devereau Beaulier
Discovery is a process to acquire information in a divorce. One of the processes used is sworn testimony through a deposition. This is a critical tool for any divorce attorney. Understanding the purrpose and impact may have a significant impact on yoru case.
Posted 7 months ago in Divorce / Separation. Jurisdiction: Minnesota

Written by Maury Devereau Beaulier
Most states are “no fault” divorce states. In the not so distant past, divorces could only be granted for specified reasons such as infidelity or abandonment. This resulted in much highly emotional litigation that pitted one spouse against another with each painting the other as the “bad guy.”
Posted 7 months ago in Divorce / Separation.

Written by Diana Lucia Martinez
In today's economy, many people feel trapped in their marriage, believing that the only option for divorce is a costly court battle. There are other options. What follows are examples of the average costs associated with different divorce options based on the level of conflict.
0 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Divorce / Separation. Jurisdiction: Los Angeles County, CA

Written by Paul Frederick Shoemaker
This short guide is intended to provide general answers to frequently asked questions that arise about the legal aspects of divorce so that you will be better able to understand the process in Minnesota.
Posted 6 months ago in Divorce / Separation. Jurisdiction: Marshall Islands

Written by Diana Lucia Martinez
Understanding your rights is important in all legal matters. But having a plan to deal to deal with the realities of divorce can help you get through the process more smoothly.
Posted 6 months ago in Divorce / Separation. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Diana Lucia Martinez
Divorce is rarely cheap. Never has this been more difficult for couples than today, in the current economy. Postponing divorce until the economy improves may seem like a good idea. While it does have some advantages, it also carries significant risks that can be very costly later on.
Posted 6 months ago in Divorce / Separation. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Gary D Sparks
Starting a divorce in California is not as difficult as it might seem.
4 of 6 users found this helpful. Posted 8 months ago in Divorce / Separation. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Ronald Anthony Sarno
An introduction to how divorce is handled in general in the U.S. and also how it is done usually in New Jersey
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Divorce / Separation. Jurisdiction: New Jersey

Written by C Sean Stephens
There is no substitute for planning, and planning for your divorce can make the process go smother, lower your lawyers fees, and help ensure you emerge with the least amount of emotional and financial damage. I put together the following ten points for those considering divorce.
Posted 8 months ago in Divorce / Separation. Jurisdiction: Oregon

Written by Douglas Blake Chanco
In Georgia if you are considering a divorce from your spouse, there are many things to consider. While a no-fault divorce does not require proof that the other spouse did something wrong, you must ensure that a settlement is reached the provides for your short term as well as long term goals.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Divorce / Separation. Jurisdiction: Georgia

Written by John T. Bird
Divorce does not happen in the courthouse or in the lawyer's office; it happens at home, and it is primarily an emotional process. It is the emotional equivalent of the death of a loved one. As such, it is essential that you attend counseling during the divorce process.
Posted 6 months ago in Divorce / Separation.

Written by Karen Barbara Miller
With the current economic tide, many potential clients do not have $4K-$5K to put down on a retainer for an attorney, but they still need legal help and guidance. This article will help you with options to do well in your own divorce with an attorney's help, but without the price.
Posted 5 months ago in Divorce / Separation. Jurisdiction: Los Angeles County, CA

Written by C Sean Stephens
There are many pitfalls and traps awaiting parties that have not educated themselves about the process. People often make bad decisions under stress, or without the guidance of an experienced lawyer. Don’t be one of them. Avoid the following 10 divorce pitfalls to get a better result.
23 of 27 users found this helpful. Posted 5 months ago in Divorce / Separation.

Written by Carolyn Annette Elsey
Aside from children, animals are the most helpless victims in any divorce. This legal guide explains how courts look at issues involving various types of animals.
5 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted 5 months ago in Divorce / Separation.

Written by Rachel Beth Goldman
I always review communication guidelines during the first meeting in my divorce mediation and collaborative law cases. I stress active listening, respectful and honest communication, open mindedness, and the expression of interests behind positions, priorities, concerns and fears.
Posted 5 months ago in Divorce / Separation. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by Karen Barbara Miller
This article will show you where to access FREE fillable Divorce forms for LA county on the internet.
Posted 5 months ago in Divorce / Separation. Jurisdiction: Los Angeles County, CA

Written by Moses Alexander Yneges
It is possible to take care of a divorce within a matter of 30 to 60 days and this is how.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 5 months ago in Divorce / Separation. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Teresa S. Abood-Hoffman
Many divorcees forget to change their estate plans after the divorce. Remember that for divorce purposes title to marital assets is often irrelevant as long as the asset was acquired during the marriage; however, for estate planning purposes, title controls.
Posted 6 months ago in Divorce / Separation. Jurisdiction: Federal