In a dissolution of marriage, the value of the marital home is often a significant issue. For some marriages, the marital home may be the most valuable marital asset.
Determining the value of the marital home is crucial...more
The view that many have about divorce and family law matters is that it should be simple. Parties should resolve their difference quickly, save money on legal fees, and walk away from the matter friendly and amicably. Many...more
A court date in a divorce or family law matter is an important event. Those without a legal background often do not know what can happen or what to expect.
Most individuals have lots of questions before a court date....more
Many politicians have been paying increasing attention to no-fault divorce. It began in 1969 when then-Governor Ronald Reagan signed it into law in California. Afterward, states across the country started implementing it....more
Many people consider whether it is acceptable to date during a divorce. Some need to connect with somebody they enjoy spending time with, but they often worry whether this will hurt or impact the divorce....more
Many in divorce and family courts believe that birds of a feather fly together. Another common phrase is that tens do not pick ones. Simply put, the thought is that most litigants are likely very much alike when there is...more
Divorce and family law litigation can be gut-wrenching. When a judge makes decisions for a family regarding child custody, child support, spousal maintenance, and property division, it can be overwhelming for many....more
When divorcing parties own business interests, it can complicate a divorce. Valuing these business interests is often complex and requires the assistance of a business valuator....more
When a divorce or family law case begins, one party files a petition or a motion. It could be a petition for dissolution of marriage, paternity, or a motion to modify. It could be a motion for contempt, an order of...more
11/4/2024
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Child Custody ,
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Default Judgment ,
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Filing Requirements ,
Parenting Plans ,
Pleadings
Hearsay is an important legal concept that lawyers learn in law school. Under Federal Rule of Evidence 801, hearsay is an out-of-court statement offered for the truth of the matter asserted.
Even many lawyers are often...more
Many are familiar with parental alienation, where one parent deliberately tries to damage the other parent's relationship with their children, often through persistent efforts to belittle or discredit them. Though this...more
Depositions are expected in divorce or family law matters. All sorts of witnesses may be deposed.
Depositions of the parties themselves are usually expected. Further, the deposition of third-party witnesses or expert...more
Missouri recently followed many other states by making equal parenting time a rebuttable presumption in divorce and child custody matters. The rebuttal presumption was enacted as part of Senate Bill 35, which went into effect...more
Mediation is a popular alternative dispute resolution method in divorce or family law matters. Many opt to participate in mediation seeking a settlement outside of court....more
Many wonder when they should hire a lawyer in the months and weeks before a divorce or family law matter. “Should I do it now? Can I wait until later?” Questions like these are typical....more
Religion can often come into play in child custody disputes. Whether it is a divorce or custody case between unmarried parents, parents may often be of different faiths....more
Grandparents can play an important role in the lives of their grandchildren. Undoubtedly, many children have deep and inseparable bonds with their grandparents. When parents are married, or together, many grandparents can get...more
A divorce or family law trial can be a stressful experience for individuals going through it. Knowing that their fate is in the hands of one family law judge can be a sobering experience....more
Most parties going through a divorce or family law matter understand what a trial encompasses. A trial in a divorce or family law matter is a contested hearing. At the contested hearing, witnesses are called, and evidence is...more
Many are interested in the concept of a collaborative divorce. But an initial question many have is how long a collaborative divorce will take.
“Can a collaborative divorce be done in weeks or months, or will it take...more
Most understand that a court enters a judgment after a contested divorce or family law matter results in a trial. In the judgment, the court enters a ruling in terms of the result of the case. The case outcome binds the...more
Business records can be vital to divorce or family law matters. Business records can become important in various ways.
Business records could comprise of many types: employment, medical, school, investment, retirement,...more
9/27/2023
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Business Records ,
Child Custody ,
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Division of Assets ,
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Spousal Support ,
Subpoenas
Both parties usually have their own legal counsel in contested divorce and family law litigation. A lawyer representing a party in litigation must advocate for their client zealously....more
Unfortunately, some divorce and family law cases cannot settle without an evidentiary hearing or a trial. When that occurs, contested litigation in divorce and family law matters can require much preparation work....more
Most parties with a divorce or family law matter want to settle their case outside of court. Therefore, having multiple court dates, a prolonged litigation process, and a trial is undesirable for most....more