Your divorce is over; there are certain things that you should keep in mind. Custody, Parenting Time and Child Support are always modifiable if there are changes in circumstances. This means that either party may ask the Court for modification. Modifications can be difficult to do on your own so you should contact a lawyer… Read More »
Posts Categorized: Divorce
Will I have to pay Alimony? I have a fairly short term marriage (3 years), no kids but I make a lot more than my wife. I am not sure how to plan.
There are a number of different factors used to determine whether alimony (referred to as spousal support) should be considered. Length of marriage, difference in income, education of parties, special needs of the parties, earning potential and history, fault and other factors are all considered. You will need to provide more information to determine the… Read More »
Doesn’t my former spouse have to help with College tuition for our child?
Most payments from one party to the other for expenses involving a minor child are considered “child support”. A child is considered to be a “minor” and under the jurisdiction of the Court until that child is 18. Child support can continue until the child reaches the age of 19 ½ if the child is… Read More »
“If I have kids. When is the best time to file?”
Every year there is pressure to get custody, parenting time and change of domicile or school issues resolved prior to the beginning of school in the fall. This is a good strategy because the Court is reluctant to make major changes during the school year. Most of the time it takes months to get these… Read More »
“What questions do I need to ask when hiring a Divorce Lawyer?”
One of the toughest decisions you have to make when contemplating a divorce is which lawyer you should hire. You are trusting a stranger with some of the most important decisions you will ever make. Selecting the right divorce lawyer means finding a lawyer who is competent and that you trust. Here are some questions… Read More »
I was divorced a year ago and I recently found out about an asset that my ex-husband failed to disclose. What can I do?
As is usual with regard to most divorce questions, the answer is “it depends.” First, look at the Judgment of Divorce and see if there is a section that addresses the issue of non-disclosed assets. If there is, the Judge will look at this provision and use it as a guide to resolve the problem…. Read More »