My spouse and I would like to pursue an amicable divorce, and would like to stay out of court if at all possible. Are there alternative methods to divorce resolution? […]
Mediation: Is It Right For You?
Mediation is one form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) that allows parties to seek a remedy for their conflict without a court trial. Parties work with a mediator, who is […]
How to Ask Your Partner for a Prenuptial Agreement
Discussing your desire to establish a prenuptial agreement with your future spouse has the potential to be a complete disaster, but approaching the topic with the comfort of your partner […]
Protecting the Rights of Parents with Disabilities
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), signed into law in 1990, recognized the civil rights of a large class of citizens with physical and mental disabilities by making it illegal […]
Affidavits: Avoiding Potential Problems
You may have signed several affidavits over the years, without fully knowing what they are. You might have signed one to register to vote or obtain some government benefit. An […]
Prenup Considerations Before You Say I Do
Most people think of marriage as a declaration of love and commitment, not as a legal contract that defines the financial and familial obligations of each party. That is, until […]
Getting Married to Someone with Bad Credit? Issues to Consider When it comes to Marriage and Debt
Marriage is a commitment, but in theory, it’s supposed to be a long and happy commitment. In order to give yourself the best chance at future marital bliss, you should […]
No Longer Spouses, But Still Partners
Workplace romances are never advisable, but sometimes co-workers and business partners fall in love and get married. Unfortunately, they also sometimes fall out of love and get divorced. What happens […]
(Grand)Parenting 2.0
According to the National Census Bureau, grandparent-headed homes are among the fastest growing household types in the United States. Grandparent-headed homes are defined as living arrangements where the primary financial […]
Adopting Internationally? Immigration Issues to Consider
Adopting a child from a foreign country can be an incredible experience for both the parent and the child but it is not an easy process. Even after the exhausting […]