Divorce

Contempt of court consequences may be imposed by a judge in family law cases when one party willfully disobeys a court order.  Common examples of reasons that someone might be held in contempt of court include failing to pay court-ordered child support or spousal...

At the beginning of the year, there was a lot of hype about January being named “divorce month.” According to several articles, there is an uptick in online searches and calls to divorce attorneys right after the holidays. However, it seems that early spring and late...

Living with a person who has narcissistic tendencies is usually a journey of walking on eggshells. The challenges that come with this don’t end if you choose to walk away from them. Instead, you’re likely going to face an uphill battle that’s challenging.  A person...

Many people aspire to file amicable divorces. People only need to look at how celebrities announce the end of their marriages to see what people view as the ideal situation. Most people prefer to settle things privately if possible and move on from their marriages as...

When couples vow “for better or worse,” most do so with sincere intentions of navigating life’s challenges together. Many spouses are willing to weather storms, seek counseling and do the inner work required to keep their union strong.  Yet, despite this commitment,...

The divorce discovery process becomes particularly crucial in high-asset divorces, where substantial wealth and complex financial holdings require thorough investigation. This legal procedure enables both parties to exchange comprehensive information about finances,...

Many couples amass assets and debts through the course of their marriage. Those are usually meant to fulfill their joint dreams, but they can become significant challenges if the couple decides to end their marriage.  If you’re facing a divorce, the assets and debts...

Post-divorce finances are often more challenging than many expect, especially as life circumstances change. Alimony, or spousal support, is designed to help individuals maintain financial stability after a divorce.  However, what worked during the initial agreement...

Property division can be one of the most complex parts of a divorce. If one or both of you are business owners, then you may need to put a value on the business or businesses, which can complicate things further. Here are three ways people traditionally use to value a...

While divorce rates, on the whole, have declined in recent decades, many marriages still don’t work out. There are several reasons for this, but money is often at the center of marital issues.  Arguments over money can cause long-term issues between a couple. Here are...