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Traditional Divorce vs. Uncontested Divorce: Understanding the Difference
Are you involved in a divorce that involves assets, children, or both? If so, there are three things you should know about the traditional divorce process before embarking on it: how long it will take, how much it will cost, and what issues must be resolved to finalize the divorce agreement.
Steps in the Uncontested Divorce Process
Do you want to get divorced but don’t want to spend weeks or months engaged in an emotional battle? If so, an uncontested divorce might be the perfect solution for you. This process allows couples to divorce without fighting over custody .
How to Tell Your Kids About Divorce: A Guide for Parents
When a couple decides to get a divorce, the decision has to be explained to their kids in the most clear and simple way. While it’s never easy for a child to learn about their parents' divorce, there are steps you can take to help your children understand what's going on and deal with their emotions in a healthy manner.
How to Talk to Your Kids About Divorce: A Guide for Parents
How you tell them depends on the age of the child and also the relationship between you and your spouse. Divorce can feel like betrayal for some kids because at this point they think of both parents as being in love with each other.
How to Move Your Divorce or Child Custody Case Forward During a Pandemic?
What do you do if you don't want to be left behind waiting for a court date? Here are some things you can be doing to move your family law case forward.
What to Do If You Are Denied Parenting Time in Indiana
Not receiving your court ordered parenting time can be frustrating. Filing contempt can be a good way to get everything working again.
How to Prove the Best Interest of a Child in a Custody Case
If you are in a contested custody case, what do you do to prepare a winning best interest argument? Here are some ideas on what you can do to prepare.
Common Mistakes That Can Hurt Your Custody Case in Indiana
Winning a custody case takes evidence and preparation. Here are some common mistakes I see people make in custody cases.
How to Modify Child Support in Indiana: A Step-by-Step Guide
How do you know when it makes sense to go back to support over child support? Here is some information about how to calculate and modify child support in Indiana.
Understanding Step-Parent Adoption in Indiana
If your spouse wants to adopt your child, or if your child’s stepparent wants to adopt your child, you may be wanting to know more about the step parent adoption process. Here is some general information about stepparent adoption in Indiana.
Understanding the Indiana Custody Modification Process
What are the steps you need to take when you want to modify custody? Here is an overview of the process in Indiana.
Why Estate Planning is Essential After Divorce
Divorce is not an easy process and when you finalize your divorce, you may not be ready to jump in and hire another attorney, but your estate plan may require it. Here are some things to think about if you are recently divorced.
Can You Modify Child Support After Your Ex Changes Jobs?
There are several reasons to go back to court to modify child support. One of reasons that could justify a modification is your ex changing jobs. If your ex’s gross income increases, it could increase their total support obligation.
What Happens to Health Insurance in an Indiana Divorce?
How should you handle your insurance coverage during a divorce? What are your options if you are going to lose your coverage? Here we answer those questions.
What is a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in Indiana?
A guardian ad litem is a court appointed advocate that looks out for the best interests of the children. Here are some tips for putting your best foot forward when working with a GAL.
How to Increase Your Parenting Time in Indiana
There are several things you can be doing to increase your parenting time. Here are some ideas on what you should do to help get more than the standard guideline parenting time.
Will You Pay Child Support if You Share Custody in Indiana?
Having a joint custody or shared custody agreement does not stop child support. A child support calculation needs completed in each case.
Can You Prevent Your Ex’s New Partner from Being Around Your Child?
There are often disagreements about when a parent should bring new people around your child. What are your rights in this type of situation?
Coronavirus and Parenting Time
Parenting time issues have been on the rise with all of the concerns regarding the coronavirus. Do these emergency decelerations allow you to withhold parenting time? Or what do you do if your child is showing symptoms? Here is what you need to know.
Does the Length of Your Marriage Affect Divorce? How Courts Consider Property Division & Spousal Support
The length of your marriage does affect your divorce. First it can impact the distribution of the property because the court can award an unequal distribution. And second it can impact your ability to receive spousal support.
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