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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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.
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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.
· 3 min read
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How to Start a Divorce
Filing for divorce is never pleasant, but if you have the right assistance or know-how, you'll be prepared to start your divorce.
· 5 min read
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What Happens at an Emergency Custody Hearing?
An emergency child custody hearing is a rush hearing on a custody issue that has an immediate effect on your child's well-being. Here's what to expect from the process.
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What Can Happen to Me if I Remarry Before Getting a Divorce?
If you remarry before getting a divorce, many states consider this bigamy and you could be subject to criminal and civil consequences.
· 3 min read
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What Are the Annulment Requirements in Florida?
Not all marriages can be terminated by getting an annulment. Florida has specific requirements for couples who are seeking to get their marriage annulled.
· 3 min read
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Understanding the Use of Quitclaim Deeds in Divorce
When dividing property for a divorce, a quitclaim deed can be a useful tool.
· 4 min read
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How to Get an Uncontested Divorce in Florida
The state offers uncontested divorces in less than 30 days for less than $500. Qualifications: no kids, no alimony, and you have to cooperate with your estranged spouse.
· 7 min read
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Your Guide to Texas Divorce Forms
Getting a divorce in Texas is largely a matter of preparing and filing the right legal forms. If you plan to file for divorce in Texas, it's important to learn about these forms, and to understand their purpose.
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