The issue of spousal support can be one of the most challenging issues in any divorce. It is an obligation that can continue for a period of time or permanently as one spouse continues to pay an ex-spouse. Because of the negative feelings sometimes associated with...
Month: July 2016
Help preparing for divorce mediation
The divorce process can be nerve racking at times but the mediation process is an alternative to divorce-related litigation that is designed to help couples resolve concerns in a more peaceful and productive manner. Tips for how to approach the mediation process, and...
Understanding options for same-sex couples
Same-sex couples and opposite-sex couples may consider a domestic partnership as an alternative to traditional marriage. Domestic partnerships can be dissolved through a dissolution process that has some similarities to a traditional divorce but can have its own...
Prenuptial agreements can protect businesses and couples
From Baby Boomers to more recent generations of married couples, a strong emphasis is commonly placed on the wedding rather than the actual marriage or practical concerns such as protecting assets and prenuptial agreements. However, it is important to consider the...