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 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.
· 3 min read
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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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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.
· 3 min read
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Your Guide to Pennsylvania Divorce Forms
If you are planning to file for divorce in Pennsylvania, you will need to know the numerous forms used in PA divorce cases, and understand their purposes. The required forms also vary, based on whether or not you and your spouse have an agreement.
· 5 min read
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What Is Alimony? The Essential Guide
Everything you need to know about spousal support after the dissolution of a marriage.
· 11 min read
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What Is a Process Server for Divorce?
A process server for divorce is the individual responsible for serving divorce papers and other legal documents to your spouse during a divorce. Find out more about the serving process you'll need to follow.
· 4 min read
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Can a Teen Choose to Live with the Other Divorced Parent?
It can be heartbreaking to hear your teen say they want to live with their other parent, but their choice does not mean a change in residence is imminent. Judges consider several factors before changing a custody order. Learn more here.
· 3 min read
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What Happens After You Serve Your Spouse Divorce Papers?
After you've served your spouse divorce papers, their response will determine your next steps. Learn what to expect during the divorce process.
· 7 min read
