Divorce is a notoriously expensive process. Spouses need to pay for court costs, filing fees and legal representation. They need to divide their property and may need to accept responsibility for a portion of certain marital debts. Those going through a divorce also...
It can certainly be frustrating if your ex refuses to pay child support. They are violating the court order issued during your divorce. You are entitled to those support payments, which may be critical to providing a safe and healthy life for your child. Since you...
The holiday season is fast approaching. It's hard to stick to a consistent schedule with special holiday programs at school, family gatherings and parties. So, whether this is your first holiday season post-divorce or you've gone through this a few times already, here...
During the divorce process, family courts can issue orders for one spouse to support the other financially. Rehabilitative alimony is one of the types of support awarded to help a spouse work toward financial independence within a set timeframe. In Indiana,...
It’s true that some couples end their marriages amicably and enjoy a congenial co-parenting relationship. They can communicate and work together while raising their children. For others, their divorce is so contentious and emotional that any discussion regarding their...
We recently discussed how you should be careful about how you use social media if you’re going through a divorce. Evidence from social media can be used in a divorce case, so you need to be wary about the things that you post. They could show back up again as you go...
Some spouses sign prenuptial agreements before they get married. They may have seen their parents go through a messy divorce or had a prior failed relationship themselves. They might also simply want to protect certain assets in case they ever end up divorcing....
Social media is everywhere now, and people post a plethora of information on various platforms. While this is fairly harmless for many individuals, it’s something that can cause major problems for those who are going through a divorce. Typically, a person who’s going...
Divorce has a significant impact on a couple’s finances. It can be particularly difficult if one spouse is the primary breadwinner. In such a situation, the no or lower-income spouse likely wonders how they will survive. Will the judge automatically require the other...
Dividing retirement assets is one of the most contentious parts of a divorce, especially later in life when a career is winding down. A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is a divorce tool designed to split retirement benefits between spouses fairly. Both...
