Family Legal Matters
Navigate your family's ups and downs. Learn everything from what to consider before getting married or adopting to how to have an amicable divorce and settle on child support.
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Fact or Fiction: Five Myths About Common Law Marriage
Common law marriage is not recognized in most states. And where it does exist, there is no simple test to see if a couple qualifies as married under common law.
· 4 min read
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Uncontested vs. Collaborative Divorce
Divorce is never easy, but uncontested and collaborative divorces offer a more peaceful resolution. We compare the two to find an answer that might suit your situation.
· 7 min read
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Choosing to Not Say 'I Do': Tips for Creating a Legally Sound Domestic Partnership
Wondering whether you should tie the knot? A domestic partnership might give you the protections and benefits you want without a ring. Find out if it’s right for you.
· 4 min read
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How Marriage Is Like a Business
The word 'marriage' brings up images of diamond rings, billowy dresses, and the promise of a long and happy life together. Yet a marriage is also a legal and financial partnership. Like partners in a small business, married couples must manage money, make joint decisions, and communicate with one another about dozens of day-to-day issues.
· 4 min read
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Having a Baby: Your Legal Rights and Responsibilities
Having a baby is one of the most life changing events you will ever experience. It's important to consider the practical matters of bringing a new life into the world—legal preparation. Read more to find out how you can protect yourself and your baby.
· 4 min read
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Is Covenant Marriage the Answer to a Rising Divorce Rate?
To its supporters, covenant marriage is the answer to America's rising divorce rate. To critics, it's a rigid constraint that makes an already difficult situation even more painful.
· 3 min read
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How to File a Divorce in Wisconsin
Filing a divorce in Wisconsin? What are the residency requirements and filing procedures? Learn about Wisconsin divorce law, including no-fault divorce, property division, maintenance (alimony), and child custody and support.
· 6 min read
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How to File a Divorce in West Virginia
Want to get divorced in West Virginia? Find out the residency requirements, procedures, and what to expect regarding property division, alimony, child custody and support.
· 5 min read
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How to File a Divorce in Washington
Washington dissolution of marriage (divorce) law doesn’t need to be a mystery. Discover residency requirements, grounds for dissolution, and what to expect regarding property division, maintenance (alimony), and child custody and support.
· 5 min read
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How to File a Divorce in Virginia
Are you planning to file for divorce in Virginia? What are the residency and separation requirements? Where do you file? Learn about Virginia divorce law, including no-fault divorce, property division, alimony, and child custody and support.
· 6 min read
