Parenting Plans
Nov 19, 2012During a divorce, parents may try to work out a child custody agreement. Although this may not be the legal term your divorce lawyer uses, it's a commonly used term many people refer to when discussing...
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Howard M Lewis's Legal Guides (1185)
Dover, MA
Divorce and separation Lawyer at Dover, MA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family
Interstate Child Custody
Nov 19, 2012Generally, when a minor child's parents live in different states, the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) determines which state has jurisdiction in child custody disputes. ...
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Nov 19, 2012The spouse paying alimony should keep a list of each payment, including the date, check number and address where the check was sent. The payor should also keep originals of the checks used to make the ...
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Nov 19, 2012Going through the process of divorce is a challenging life transition for both parents and children. During their parents' divorce, children often feel a wide variety of conflicting emotions. It is ver...
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Nov 19, 2012Even if your divorce decree assigns certain joint debts to your spouse, you may still be responsible for those debts. If one spouse fails to pay off debts, the creditor can still bring legal action aga...
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Nov 19, 2012When the divorce court orders an alimony award, there are records both the supporting and receiving spouse should keep after divorce. Alimony is tax deductible for the paying spouse, and for the receiv...
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Nov 19, 2012Married couples can file bankruptcy jointly, while divorced couples can not file jointly. Couples who are considering bankruptcy often find it financially advantageous to file for bankruptcy protection...
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Nov 19, 2012Although there have been great strides for equality in child custody arrangements in recent decades, many fathers' rights advocates argue divorce courts still favor mothers in divorce. Prior to the 196...
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Nov 19, 2012If you wish to fight for exclusive, physical child custody, that is certainly within your right. The key legal standard when deciding child custody is what's in the best interest of the child. Each sta...
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Nov 19, 2012The divorce court will consider the following factors - Child's age and health - Health of the parents - Stability and lifestyle of the parents - Child's adjustment to the community and school - Parent...
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