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Credit card debt and divorce
Responsibility for credit card debt may fall upon both parties after divorce, even if only one spouse incurred the debt.
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What Should I Bring to a Meeting with a Divorce Attorney?
Write Down Biographical Information First, it helps to prepare biographical information. This includes your full name, address, phone numbers, date of...
Written by attorney Britney Faryn Betts
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Top Bankruptcy Myths - Busted!
Myth: If you have been SUED by a creditor it is TOO LATE to file for bankruptcy. Truth: Bankruptcy will immediately STOP a lawsuit, foreclosure, sherr...
Written by attorney Daniel Patrick Foster
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Starting a divorce in Michigan for Men
Make an appointment with an experienced divorce attorney. While you may feel as though you can manage your own divorce without the added expense of a...
Written by attorney Brent Bowyer
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UNDERSTANDING DIVORCE IN NEW HAMPSHIRE- Part 5
PROPERTY DISTRIBUTION As soon as the divorce petition is filed, all of the personal property and real property owned by either spouse becomes part of...
Written by attorney Kevin Patrick Rauseo
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Guide to Divorce in Kentucky
Custody A Court of Equity is a Court which is governed by a statutory scheme. In our statutes, the Court must first address the issue of custody. This...
Written by attorney J. Russell Lloyd
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BANKRUPTCY FAQ'S
What is bankruptcy? Bankruptcy is a federal court process by which a person or business legally declares an inability or impairment of ability to pay...
Written by attorney James Charles Shields
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DIVORCING? TEN WAYS TO GET YOUR FINANCIAL HOUSE IN ORDER!
Select a Financial Planner A planner can outline for you better ways to handle your budget, cash flow, debts and investment programs. Check your Credi...
Written by attorney Lois Margaret Brenner
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10 reasons to get a prenuptial agreement
It Can Strengthen the Relationship In order for prenuptial agreements to work, you both have to be completely transparent with one other about your ex...
Written by attorney Lois Margaret Brenner
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What is divorce?
Before filing for divorce, be sure to familiarize yourself with the different options and key terms.
Written by attorney Avvo Staff
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Top 11 Myths About Bankruptcy
Congress ended bankruptcy in 2005 In 2005 the government passed the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act (BAPCPA). This new act did...
Written by attorney Elaine Fridlin
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What You Need To Know About Debt And Divorce
Community Property Laws California is a "community property" state, meaning that assets gained and debts incurred during the marriage belong to both s...
Written by attorney Danny Peter Monarch
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How debt is handled in a divorce without a prenup
Community property laws California is a "community property" state, meaning that assets gained and debts incurred during the marriage belong to both s...
Written by attorney Michael Joseph Monarch
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Why Would I want a Pre-Nup?
What's "The Deal"? When you get married, you're making a contract. (At least in California, it says so in the Family Code). 90%+ of folks who say "I...
Written by attorney Richard Forrest Gould-Saltman
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DIVORCE DIVISION - WHAT NOT TO FORGET
Stock options These are instruments which grant rights to purchase stock at a price generally below market price, and can result in significant windfa...
Written by attorney Todd K Bolus
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Divorce Planning Tips
Know your assets and debts Even if you have traditionally not been the finance person in the household, this information is vital for you and your att...
Written by attorney Todd K Bolus
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Basic Guide to Personal Bankruptcy
Introduction Over the past 10 years the concept of bankruptcy has evolved from stigmatic mark of personal failure to socially acceptable way to restru...
Written by attorney Demetri A. Braynin
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Division of Property in California
What is Community Property? California is a community property state. Each spouse has the right to one-half of all community property. Anything acqui...
Written by attorney Gina M. Famularo
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Bankruptcy - A Frank Discussion
Bankruptcy Few people who have successfully declared bankruptcy will tell you the process is an effortless discharge of debts followed thereafter by a...
Written by attorney M. Todd Miller
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Six Financial Tips for Divorcing Couples
Solve Money Mysteries First, the blog suggests you take a look at how much you and your spouse have in savings and retirement accounts, and compare th...
Written by attorney Pajman Jassim
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Divorces in Texas: Basic Information, Steps and Frequent Concerns
Texas Divorce Law - The Basics In Texas, there are various grounds for divorce besides the typical "no-fault". Either party can state that that the m...
Written by attorney Rehan Shams Alimohammad
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Husband Keeps His Millions in Referral Fees
In the case of In re Marriage of Georgiou and Leslie H, an attorney, married Wife in 1985. In 2000, Husband joined Law Firm as "of counsel," through w...
Written by attorney Anthony Payman Azemika
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How to prepare for your divorce
Protecting your on line accounts You should change your passwords on all your accounts. I also recommend changing the answers to the security questio...
Written by attorney Wendy Louise Hart
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Bankruptcy Myths
People file for bankruptcy because they are financially irresponsible. This myth couldn't be further from the truth. More often than not, individuals...
Written by attorney A. Todd Laster
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Planning for Your Divorce: Pre-filing Do’s and Don’ts
Gather financial information and understand your family's financial situation Before you file for divorce, you should identify and quantify your famil...
Written by attorney Philip Eric Goldberg
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A Checklist Before Divorce
Finances / Property o If you have not yet mentioned divorce, make copies of all financial records prior to announcing you want a divorce. o After date...
Written by attorney Talitha Davies Wegner
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