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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 »
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 »
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 »
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 your soon to be ex spouse can handle the paperwork entirely on your own. Read on for some tips. 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 further agreements that protect the existing financial assets of one or both parties. A marriage contract, also called a premarital contract or a prenuptial, defines the division of finances... 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...
When a husband and wife separate, the parties may agree that one will pay the other alimony,...
No marriage can survive without work on both ends of the relationship. A marriage takes...
In most states, when one partner establishes a residence independent from his or her spouse, the couple is considered separated. The rules... 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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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