Although each divorce proceeding is as unique as the people involved, the divorce process in Indiana follows a common timeline. The first step in getting a divorce is to file a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. Because Indiana is a “no fault” state,...
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Child and spousal support and modifications in Indiana
When there is an order of child support in Indiana, it is made with the best interests of the child in mind. With spousal support, it is for the spouse who was not the breadwinner in the relationship or who earned less than the other spouse to be able to survive based...
What does Indiana law say about child custody and relocation?
Indiana parents who have gotten a divorce and have children will undoubtedly want the best for them. When there is a child custody agreement, the noncustodial parent will generally have visitation rights. In a best-case scenario, the parents will be amicable and able...
Forget to sign a prenup? Here’s what you can do
Postnuptial agreements can be extremely useful for couples who did not sign a marital agreement prior to marriage. A postnuptial agreement is similar to a prenuptial agreement, except that it is signed after a couple is already married. A couple can enter into one of...
What happens to my pension in a divorce?
After years working hard and saving for retirement, the prospect of having those funds suddenly cut in half worries many people. But with more and more people ending their marriages later in life, division of retirement funds becomes a common negotiation point in...
