Divorce

Divorcing spouses have a challenging process ahead. They have to separate their lives, which can take months of negotiations. In some cases, they may eventually need to present their disagreements to a judge because they cannot cooperate with each other. Property...

Mental health issues are moderately common. Many people struggle with anxiety or depression. Some people have substance abuse disorders. A small percentage of individuals have personality disorders, trauma-related disorders and other serious mental health challenges....

No-fault divorce is currently an option in every state, although it goes by different names. Many people prefer it to a fault-based approach, because it doesn’t require one spouse to blame another for the break-up or accuse them of something like adultery, substance...

Divorce proceedings typically require that spouses resolve financial matters. In some cases, spouses may have already agreed to specific terms by negotiating a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement. In those scenarios, spouses have a straightforward property division...

One of the biggest issues when a couple divorces is child custody and support. However, one of the second most common discussions between divorcing couples is property division. Typically, both parties have some idea as to how assets should be divided.  To help you...

Same-sex couples have had the legal right to marry for years. Initially, some states enacted local legislation to acknowledge same-sex marriages. Eventually, the Supreme Court of the United States of America ruled in a case that effectively made same-sex marriage...

Adoption is a beautiful act of love and commitment that offers you a beautiful new addition to the family. If you’re a parent to an adopted child, your priority is likely to provide them with a secure and nurturing environment. However, life can take unexpected turns;...

Divorce settlements often involve the execution of unique conditions based on a couple's circumstances. For example, perhaps they share a mortgage and one spouse has agreed to cover half of the mortgage costs for a set amount of time. Maybe they agreed to make regular...

Divorce is a relatively common experience in Rhode Island. Issues ranging from growing apart to infidelity may inspire one spouse to initiate divorce proceedings. Many people might theoretically benefit from divorce, but they may also feel reluctant to file because of...

Once you determine that your marriage is over, there are many things you have to consider. A primary focus of the divorce process is often property division. While most people are primarily concerned about marital assets, this process also includes dividing marital...