What your lawyer will need to know
Nov 12, 2012
While every case is unique, the following list will give you an idea of what information your lawyer may need:
Why are you seeking a divorce. What caused your breakup? Are you sure you want to end the ...
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Expectations of your Divorce Lawyer
Nov 12, 2012
From the onset, you and your lawyer should create a clear understanding of what each of you need and expect. Get a written agreement detailing the terms and length of your relationship. After reviewing...
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Divorce Process: Discovery Requests
Nov 12, 2012
While a divorce is pending, each spouse's attorney may request discovery from the other spouse. This may include income records, deeds or titles to property, business account records, credit card bills...
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Divorce Process: The Final Hearing
Nov 12, 2012
At a contested final hearing, the judge will hear evidence from both parties. This may include testimony from both spouses, other witnesses, financial records, police or medical reports and any admissi...
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What is an annulment?
Nov 12, 2012
Unlike a divorce that ends a valid marriage, an annulment establishes that the marriage is not legally valid, and the grounds for annulment are different from a divorce. To get an annulment, you will n...
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Hiring A Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA)
Nov 12, 2012
A financial analyst can be useful during the divorce process, as they can help you have a clearer view of your financial future. Only then can you approach a legal settlement that fully addresses your ...
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What is the difference between a Contested and an Uncontested Divorce?
Nov 12, 2012
UNCONTESTED: Your divorce will be uncontested if both you and your spouse:
Want to get a divorce
Agree about what will happen with your children, your finances, your property after the divorce
If you...
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How can I get a divorce using a separation agreement?
Nov 12, 2012
A separation agreement is a written contract between a husband and wife that divides all the important aspects of the couples lives: care and custody of children, money and property, and more. The husb...
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Basic steps for filing for divorce
Nov 12, 2012
First, you must meet the residency requirements of the state in which you wish to file.
Second, you must have grounds (a legally acceptable reason) to end your marriage.
Third, you must file divorce pa...
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Advantages of Uncontested Divorce
Nov 12, 2012
The most apparent advantage of uncontested divorce is its cost. An uncontested divorce that stays uncontested divorce is almost always the least expensive way of getting divorced. The simple fact is th...
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