Dividing debt is one of the most important parts of divorce. How you handle it can affect your financial future. In Indiana, courts follow equitable distribution, which means they divide debts fairly, not always equally. Understanding the types of debt and how the law...
Family Law
Child support modifications: 3 things you need to know
Child support is an important component to divorce settlement agreements when children are present in the marriage. Even the best negotiated plan may not work indefinitely. Circumstances change for parents and children, potentially necessitating the need for a change...
Divorce when you live in Indiana but your spouse is in another state
Filing for divorce is never easy. Yet, when spouses live in different states, the legal process that they must go through to go their separate ways can be particularly complicated. If you live in Indiana but your spouse resides in another state, you may still be able...
2 things to remember during the property division process
One of the more difficult tasks that must be done during a divorce is dividing the marital property. This includes anything that’s not covered by a prenuptial agreement or that isn’t classified as individual property. In many cases, the property division process is...
The continued rise of “gray divorces”
Romantics rejoice as divorce rates fall across the United States. However, the “happily ever after crowd” may be disappointed by the increase in the so-called “gray divorce.” Why are more older couples divorcing, and what unique challenges do they face? What is a gray...
Could you benefit from a divorce registry?
While wedding registries have long been a tradition to help couples start their lives together, the idea of divorce registries have been gaining popularity in recent years, as a way to support those beginning a new chapter after divorce. A divorce registry functions...
3 ways children may complicate divorce proceedings in Indiana
Divorce in any situation can be difficult and complicated. Some spouses have challenges related to a business that they run together. However, it is much more common for people to face complications related to their children. Minor children can increase the level of...
How can you stay safe if divorcing an abuser?
If your spouse abuses you, ending the marriage is probably the best way to achieve long-term safety. However, many abusers are also expert manipulators and accompany physical abuse with psychological abuse that can leave their victims scared to leave. Your safety, and...
Is it OK to keep secrets from your divorce attorney?
Divorce can be a painful moment in life - a time when many of the secrets of a marriage are spilled out. There might be things about the breakup of your marriage that you do not want anyone to know. There is generally no obligation to go into detail with people about...
Do fathers have the same rights as moms in child support cases?
Men often worry about being at a disadvantage during family law conflicts. Many men have heard nightmare stories of unfavorable court outcomes. They may fear divorce or separation because they assume they may face an uphill battle in family court. Fathers may worry...
