Legal Articles, Child Custody

The Basics of Default Divorce

A blog post about what a default divorce is, how much one costs, how long it takes, and how to perform one.

Divorce Proceedings with a Missing Spouse

A blog post about how to proceed with a divorce in the event the filing party does not know the current whereabouts of the spouse.

Debt Division in Divorce Proceedings

A blog post about how a couple should go about dividing the shared debt during a divorce.

Remarriage and Child Support Obligations in Connecticut

A blog post about child support between divorced parents and what a parent can do when the other party remarries or has additional children in a new marriage.

Non-Marital Agreements & Living Together Contracts: An Overview

A blog post overviewing pros and cons of living contracts over marriage.

New York Backs Faster Contempt Findings Over Child Support

A blog post about New York making it easier for courts to find contempt over child support issues.

The Validity of Living Together Contracts

A blog post about how couples can cohabitate and still have similar benefits and protections of a married couple.

How Does a Motion for Contempt Work in Divorce Law?

A blog post about how a motion for contempt can be used against a spouse when he or she does not comply with the court orders of the divorce.

The Rise of Post-Nuptial Agreements

A blog post about how post-nups work and why they are rising in popularity with wealthy couples.

New York Court Allows Parents to Record Child's 3rd Party Interaction

A blog post about a case in which a court ruled that only one party needs to consent a recording in the best interest of a child.

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