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As sad as it may be, when you finally realize that you can’t save your marriage and must get a divorce, you likely want to get it accomplished as quickly as possible. After all, the faster the emotional upheaval is over, the sooner you can move forward and establish your new life. But how long […]

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Divorce Lawyer Most spouses looking to end their marriage hope the process is smooth and speedy, but all too often divorce takes much longer than anticipated. The average divorce duration is one year, according to a report from Nolo, which also found that the median total divorce cost is $7,500. Of course, the longer the […]

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Contested Divorce Lawyer According to Forbes, more than 50 percent of marriages end in divorce. No matter how common, divorces are often an emotionally trying time, even if both spouses can cooperate while agreeing on who gets what. What can make this process even more difficult, however, is if your soon-to-be ex spouse is refusing […]

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June is Pride month— a month where the LGBTQI+ community takes to the streets, the airwaves, and the Internet to celebrate its Pride! Pride commemorates the Stonewall Inn riots in New York City in 1969 and has been celebrated in many American cities since 1970, with an increase in Pride celebrations that have brought us […]

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High Net Worth Divorce Lawyer Divorce is a tough process for everyone. However, those with high-net worth are more likely to have a complicated divorce, where their ex is working hard to get a big chunk of the assets. This is especially true for couples who jointly own a business, have stock investments, own real […]

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It is not unusual for those facing an impending divorce or custody dispute to decide not to hire an attorney. Common reasons people chose not to hire an attorney include trying to save money, collaborative separation or the assumption they can handle it themselves (often with the help of online resources). Unfortunately, while this thought […]

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Contrary to what you see in the movies and TV, many couples don’t need judges to divvy up the assets in their divorce. Some couples find solutions outside of the court system, either by working it through themselves, with lawyers or with mediators. Divorce mediation is when you and your spouse work with a neutral […]

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Finding the best legal representative for you is a procedure that needs much idea and a little research. Consider this checklist for working with a divorce attorney to assist you cover all of your bases throughout this process. Make a list of divorce attorneys Often, the best method to start research is to request ideas […]

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The process of getting a divorce can seem complicated and most divorcing couples have a lot of questions. A divorce lawyer can help answer questions and clear up any misconceptions about the process of getting a divorce. One myth about family court is that you are required to go through marriage counseling before you can […]

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Can Grandparents Have Visitation of Grandchildren?Children and grandparents form strong bonds. When a marriage dissolves, the relationship between grandparent and grandchild can become strained or more complex. Some grandparents may fear that they won’t be able to see their grandchildren. If you’re concerned about not seeing your grandchildren, here is what you need to know […]

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