Posts Tagged ‘property division’

I want a divorce, where do I start?

Are you thinking about divorce?  Are you filled with emotions ranging from horror to knowing it was coming, but couldn’t face it? The decision to terminate your marriage can be one of the most difficult experiences of a person’s life.  It can be emotionally stressful, financially taxing, and spiritually draining.  It not only involves you… Continue reading →

Annulment

When a couple says, “I do”, it is supposed to be forever or “until death do us part”.  Unfortunately, this is not always the case. In most states, divorce may be the most common legal process for ending a marriage, but it may not be the only option available. Depending on your circumstances, it may… Continue reading →

I don’t want to divorce my spouse, can I challenge my divorce?

Everyone knows that it’s possible to get a divorce. But what if you don’t want to get divorced from your spouse? Is it possible to refuse to get divorced? The short answer is “no.” If your spouse wants to get divorced, you can certainly try to talk him or her out of it. You can… Continue reading →

How do you serve your spouse when you don’t know where they are?

Tips for Finding a Missing Spouse/Partner in Order to Serve Him/Her:   Search social networking sites: I can’t tell you how many times we have done a Facebook search and found a former partner. Sometimes locations are listed or you can email/ message a missing person. Sometimes there are photo’s of places s/he frequents that… Continue reading →

Bethany Frankel calls her divorce excruciating

Bethany Frankel puts a strong face while doing her talk show in the early phase of her divorce. Bethany and her husband Jason Hoppy married in 2010 and filed for divorce January 2013. She says divorce has been very hard and its taken its toll on her, but is glad to see that she can… Continue reading →

Facebook Is To Blame In This Divorce and Not Because of Infidelity

A woman is divorcing her husband because he neglected to change his relationship status to married on Facebook, the Deccan Chronicle. Her husband reportedly told the court that updating his status had simply slipped his mind, as the pair wed only two months ago. His wife pressed on with the divorce because she “couldn’t trust… Continue reading →

Divorce can take a toll on a person’s emotion and finance

In some circumstances divorce can take a financial toll on a person’s finances. If you are currently undergoing a divorce, then you will want to talk these financial tips into consideration in order to help you get back on your feet after the split is finalized. First of all, it is wise to understand your… Continue reading →

Alimony & divorce

Alimony is also known as spousal support. Alimony, or the amount (in dollars, property, etc.) of spousal support that one spouse will provide to another during divorce or separation is determined by many factors that can include the length of the marriage, the support during the marriage, and is considered a continuation of that support… Continue reading →

What can I expect from a divorce/legal separation?

Seeking to divorce from your spouse is never an easy decision it’s difficult under any circumstance. Each divorce action is unique however there is one common theme in all divorce actions and that is the importance of having a general knowledge of the applicable law. Decisions may have to be made in a short time… Continue reading →

The California divorce process in 4 steps

Initial Filings – The Petition and Summons In order to start the divorce process in California, one spouse files for divorce by filling out two very basic court forms: the “Petition” and the “Summons.”  This initial paperwork is filed with the court, and then served upon the other spouse.  After being served, the other spouse… Continue reading →

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