Family Law

Child custody orders are made so that parents have a better understanding of their role as divorced or single parents.  Parents can come to a mutual agreement when creating a child custody order or let the court decide in the best interest of the child. There are...

People have to make a lot of preparations before they get married. One of the many things people may consider is creating a prenuptial agreement (or prenup for short). A prenup, essentially, protects each person's assets in a marriage if there were ever a...

When getting a divorce or fighting for your child custody rights, you will probably hear many phrases you might not understand. Family court judges use the term “the best interests of the child” when deciding where a child will live. They also use the phrase when...

Every couple experiences unique challenges during marriage, and not every married couple will overcome those obstacles. A significant percentage of marriages end in divorce. You have to abide by state laws when you decide the time has come to end your marriage. If you...

The rate of second marriages leading to divorce is notably higher than the rate for first marriages. It is about 15% more likely that the second marriage will fall apart. Some sources say that the rate of divorce for these marriages comes in at about 65%. Many people...

A lot of people have faced unemployment (both short-term and long-term) over the past couple of years. If you’ve recently lost your job, you’re certainly not alone. If you’re a divorced parent, however, you may have concerns about how your unemployment will affect...

The average American household has multiple credit cards and carries revolving balances on those accounts. Although it can be expensive to have a balance from month to month on credit cards, many households need that extra money to balance their budget. While it may...

You weren’t happy when your former spouse received shared custody of your children. You have had some concerns about their ability to be an attentive parent.  The Department of Children’s Services in your Indiana community contacted you, explaining that they were...

Can a relationship be so toxic that it actually makes you physically sick?  Much attention has been given to the fact that marriages will often falter when one partner (especially the wife) develops a chronic illness, but it turns out that a bad marriage can actually...

You and your spouse have decided you cannot stay together any longer. They have moved out and you are taking care of your children. You may not have worked during your marriage. Your spouse said they wanted you at home full-time to take care of your children and home....