Adultery usually has a catastrophic impact on a marriage. It’s a betrayal of trust and a huge slap in the face. While divorce is rarely as simple as one thing, infidelity often irreparably damages a union. Though it wields a destructive power like little else, how much does cheating impact the actual divorce? Can Adultery Affect Divorce Proceedings? In many cases, the answer is significantly less than people expect. And not always in the anticipated ways. Even if adultery is the reason your marriage ends, in many divorces it winds up playing a smaller-than-expected part. It’s often almost enti ..read more

This probably comes as no surprise, but college costs quite a bit. Student loan debt continues to be a hot topic right now. It can also be a huge lingering burden on young people trying to move forward and start their lives. As parents, not all of us are in a position to help financially. But if we can, it benefits our children a great deal. Following a divorce, child support forms a huge part of the puzzle if you have kids. These payments cover everything from food and shelter to medical care and other necessities. This obligation usually ends when a child turns 18 or graduates high school. T ..read more

Divorce is a process, often a long, complicated, and drawn-out one. This can be a highly emotional time, full of pressure and tension. You have numerous factors to consider and account for. So preparation is key. With that in mind, here’s a checklist of things you may want to take care of ahead of time to ensure your divorce goes as smoothly as possible. This list is not all-encompassing by any means, but it’s a good place to start. 1. Be Certain About Your Decision While this may seem obvious, the decision to divorce is an emotional one, and you shouldn’t make it in haste. This decision will ..read more

The first image that springs to mind when you think about divorce is probably a courtroom setting. Warring spouses sit at large tables, lawyers call and cross-examine witnesses, and judges rule on objections and motions and all the usual things. It may well resemble an episode of various hour-long TV dramas. At least in your mind. While high-conflict divorces certainly happen, that’s not every case. It’s not even in most cases. In situations where the spouses are on the same page, an uncontested divorce is often an option. 1. What Is An Uncontested Divorce? As the name sounds, an uncontested d ..read more

Debt has a way of getting ahead of you all too quickly. Credit cards, loans, medical bills, mortgages, they all add up. If you’re not careful, before long you’re fighting just to keep your head above water. Divorce compounds all these issues and the question of whether or not to file for bankruptcy during divorce often comes up. But is it a good idea? Can you even do it, practically and legally speaking? Should You File For Bankruptcy During or After a Divorce? Marriages feel the brunt of these financial problems, and often filing for bankruptcy offers the best option available. But that also ..read more

In a landscape where divorce and remarriage are regular occurrences, blended families have become increasingly commonplace. Stepparenting and bringing distinct families together never goes as smoothly and simply as on The Brady Bunch. Even in the best of times. But what about the potential dangers, like when members of one family put members of the other at risk? This is, unfortunately, a situation that happens. At best, there’s a lot to consider when blending two families. Related Reading: What to Expect from Divorce Hearings Remarriage and the Best Interests of the Child When it comes to cus ..read more

When it comes to divorce, the proceedings often turn testy and contentious. The two sides argue and struggle and battle over every last detail. In antagonistic cases, you do whatever possible to secure an advantage. One common question often comes up: Should you file for divorce first? A great deal of maneuvering and strategizing goes into the hope of winning the day. You may employ any number of tools in this quest. Ending a marriage is a process, often quite a long one. Do You Have An Advantage if You File For Divorce First? Some people believe if you file for divorce first, you win. Though ..read more

Divorce gets complex. That’s not news to anyone. Two people dividing up the things they acquired throughout a relationship is rarely simple. One of the most common questions we field is how long does divorce take in California and why. Factors That Affect Length Of Divorce In California The amount of time between filing the initial divorce paperwork and signing the final documents varies from one case to the next. Without knowing the specifics, it’s difficult to estimate how long a divorce will take. Every divorce is unique and many factors affect the outcome. That said, many common issues oft ..read more

If you’re having marital problems, you’ve probably had at least one moment where you want to throw your spouse’s possessions on the front lawn, change the locks, and never look back. Few times are as trying and frustrating as divorce. But when you have this impulse, can you act on it? We see this all the time in movies and on TV, but how does it work, legally speaking? And if you can do it to your spouse, can they do it to you? Our founding partner, Rick Jones, regularly stops by the Danny Bonaduce and Sarah Morning Show to answer family law questions from listeners. One recent caller has had ..read more

You probably don’t have paparazzi following your every move, but that doesn’t mean privacy during divorce, and afterward, isn’t important to you and your family. So the question often comes up, are divorce records public? We see it all the time in the media. Magazines, TV shows, and websites created a cottage industry sharing the salacious details of celebrity splits. It’s a tabloid staple and the public can’t get enough, but how private and secure is your information? Are Divorce Records Public? In short, yes. Court proceedings, including divorce records, are generally matters of public recor ..read more