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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How to Navigate a Military Divorce
Military spouses follow the same divorce process as civilians, but federal laws and where you file can affect the outcome. Here's what to expect.
· 8 min read
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How to Get Your Marriage Annulled: A Step-by-Step Guide
Annulment isn't necessarily the fastest way to end a legal marriage, but if you meet the criteria, it may be your best route to singledom.
· 7 min read
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How to Get Online Divorce Papers
Many divorces require a lot of paperwork, but you can get most of these documents online. Learn more about how to get started with a divorce and if you can find everything you need online.
· 4 min read
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The Divorce Process in 7 Steps
Curious about how the complete divorce process works? Our seven-step guide explains everything—from filing a petition to reaching a fair settlement.
· 8 min read
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Should I Get a Divorce? Questions to Ask Yourself
If you're thinking about divorce, there are several things to consider before making the final decision.
· 11 min read
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10 Questions to Ask a Spousal Support Lawyer
A lawyer can help you navigate stressful spousal support issues, from court procedures to negotiations. Here's what to ask at your first appointment.
· 7 min read
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10 Questions to Ask a Divorce Attorney
The divorce process is not always simple. Different states have different requirements. To get through unscathed, it’s best to ask your divorce lawyer as many questions upfront as possible. Here are 10 questions to ask a divorce attorney.
· 8 min read
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What Are the Pros and Cons of Long-Term Separation?
Divorce isn’t the only option when a marriage has run its course. Many couples choose to legally separate to preserve certain marital benefits.
· 7 min read
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No-Fault and Fault-Based Divorce in New York: A Checklist
Getting divorced in NY used to require very expensive court proceedings. This changed when New York became the last state to allow no-fault divorce. Filing a New York no-fault divorce can save both money and effort.
· 5 min read
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How to Stop a Divorce After the Papers Have Been Filed
There are a couple different ways you can stop a divorce after the papers have been filed if you were the one to initiate the divorce proceedings. Follow these steps in order to do so.
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