People are much less stationary and more willing to consider moving to a new city, state, or country in hopes of finding a better job and life. When parents share custody of a child, though, such decisions affect far more than just one individual. Assuming parents share parenting time, each is entitled to the opportunity...

When someone decides to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, it is usually the result of unforeseen and overwhelming circumstances that impair his or her ability to meet financial obligations. Rarely does someone use bankruptcy as a means of eliminating a debt he or she could otherwise pay. Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a liquidation process and...

Unmarried couples do not have the rights and obligations that come with a state-sanctioned union, and this gap in legal recognition is especially apparent in the area of paternity. A child’s parentage is a crucial issue that affects everything from inheritance rights to receiving proper medical screening. When unmarried parents separate or otherwise experience conflict...

Divorced parents often depend upon the regular payment of child support to provide for all their children’s needs. The cost of raising a child increases every year, and trying to meet these rising demands without financial support of the other parent is nearly impossible for many. The law grants children the right to financial support...

The basis for any relationship in which a person must reveal personal and potentially embarrassing information, a common necessity in divorce, is trust that the other party will not use this information against the person or tell third-parties what was said. This level of trust is a necessary component of an effective attorney-client relationship, which...

Thoughts of marriage and what is to come tend to produce heady emotions that can last a substantial amount of time after the wedding. This “honeymoon phase” allows couples to solidify their bond and get a clearer picture of building a life together. The average length of a marriage in the U.S. is eight years....

When couples marry, the expectation is that they will stay together until the very end. The reality is that not all couples make it that far, and some find the need to end the union quickly. When couples decide to part ways early on during a marriage, the question of whether seeking an annulment may...

Getting relief from overwhelming debt is a life changer for those unable to meet ever-growing financial obligations. Bankruptcy is the method most people choose to eliminate large amounts of debt. Chapter 7 debtors have qualifying debts completely discharged or wiped out, and receive in return the peace of mind that a creditor no longer has...

For many couples, divorce inflicts a substantial blow to their cash flow and long-term security as each spouse adjusts to having half the amount of assets and monthly income. The need to revisit and rearrange expenses cannot be overstated, especially if a person is reentering the workforce after a long absence. Finances are a source...

Parents strive to provide their children with the best possible care, so they may have the opportunity to develop into good, caring, and productive individuals. Much of this care is accomplished by being present day-to-day, cooking meals, helping with homework, and appearing at school events. However, some parents legitimately struggle to meet these demands because...