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So you've come to the point where you've decided that your relationship no longer works, problems cannot be resolved and you want to end your marriage. There are many questions about what the next step is and where to go from here. Working out these questions ahead of time with your partner can save a lot of time, expense and pain for... more »
Separation is one of the first steps in a divorce, which is an emotionally painful time. Because states have different divorce laws, the instructions below are general advice. If you have specific questions, please consult an attorney practicing family law in your state. more »
When a marriage crumbles, it is an unfortunate situation, and though separation does not necessarily mean the end of a marriage, it is often the pathway to it. Because marriage is meant for a lifetime, couples are often advised to evaluate the situation carefully, to ensure that separation is indeed best for both parties, especially... more »
Not all marriages last. If your own relationship reached a juncture at which separation and a possible future divorce is the next logical and most appropriate step for you and your spouse, preparing separation papers is in order. The reality is that writing marriage separation papers does not have to be a complicated, complex task for... more »
If your marriage is in trouble it's time to take an honest look as to why. Can the problems be worked out or is it time to consider ending the marriage? How do you decide if your marriage is worth saving? more »
Sometimes, it is evident from the very start of a marriage that the whole thing was a mistake....
When your marriage feels like it's on the rocks, one of the best decisions that you can make is...
Filing for divorce is never a pleasant experience, even when the process is simple and the...
When a husband and wife separate, the parties may agree that one will pay the other alimony,...
Like a divorce, annulment ends a marriage. But unlike no-fault divorce, which can be granted for any reason at all simply upon request, annulment... more »
There is no such thing as a free divorce, but cutting out legal fees can help considerably with the cost. There are some instances where you and... more »
A marriage is an agreement between two people that may only be ended by a legal divorce or death. However, some parties seeking to marry desire... more »
Learning about divorces in California prepares you to navigate the legal system in the attempt to unravel the interwoven assets and debts of a... more »
When a couple decides to divorce, it's common for one party to seek alimony. This is an amount of money they receive every month to keep them in... more »
If your spouse cheats and you decide to end the marriage, the process doesn't have to be lengthy or costly. There are ways to get a quick divorce.... more »
After years of being closeted--perhaps even to yourself--you’ve realized you’re a lesbian and you’re meant to be with a woman. Keeping custody of... more »
Deciding to end your marriage can be motivated by a number of reasons, including growing apart emotionally, infidelity on the part of either... more »
The Catholic Church has many rules when it pertains to marriage. It also has various ways of helping people to deal with marriages when there is a... more »
Dissolution of a marriage occurs when the marriage is irretrievably broken and one or both spouses appeal to the court to "dissolve" the contract... more »
Alimony, or "spousal support," goes a long way towards easing the transition from married to divorced. It is an income paid to one spouse by the... more »
Coming to terms with a bisexual orientation while married to an opposite sex partner can be challenging. It might precipitate crisis in the... more »
If you have strayed from your marriage vows there are hard questions to answer and hardest of all is how to tell your spouse that you had an affair. more »
Paying alimony helps the former spouse who needs money for her education, health reasons, financial support and so forth. It is a part of the... more »
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