You have the right to be an active participant in your child’s life, even if you are not married to the mother of your child. If your child was born outside of marriage , though, the state grants the mother legal custody until your child becomes 18 years old, unless a court has granted custody to [...]
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Spousal Support: How You Can Defend Yourself to Get What’s Fair
Divorce involves many uncertainties, especially when it comes to money. After a divorce, many people find themselves unable to make ends meet without the income of their spouses they relied on during the marriage. You should not have to navigate alimony negotiations alone, so use this article to [...]
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Guardianship Series Part 1: What is Guardianship of a Minor?
A legal guardianship is a court order that designates one person to act for the benefit and protection of another person, usually a minor. The recipient of a legal guardian’s services is referred to as a "ward." The ward is most often a minor child whose parents are no longer capable of providing [...]
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The Top 4 Things that Can Cause the Court to Revoke Visitation Rights
The battle for visitation can be a highly emotional and stressful process for everyone. Both you and your former partner may have visitation interests you want a judge to address. The court, however, has one primary concern: the child’s welfare. [...]
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Is a Healthy Divorce Possible?
You want a divorce, but divorce is emotional. It affects you and your spouse as well as your children, family, and friends. It devastates the arrangement of your family and the ability to cope with major life changes. [...]
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