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08/28/2026

Navigating a military divorce involves unique federal guidelines, such as the Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protection Act (USFSPA). From military pension division to healthcare eligibility, understanding these rules helps protect both parties.

Learn more: https://www.militaryonesource.mil/relationships/separation-divorce/divorced-military-spouse-rights-benefits/?

Learn about your rights and unique legal issues for divorced spouses due to military service. Here are some items to consider as you move through this process.

08/26/2026

Domestic violence can affect anyone in any relationship. Securing medical care, creating a safety plan, preserving evidence, and exploring protective orders are essential steps to protect your health and legal rights.

Intimate partner violence, or domestic violence, can be difficult to see if it starts little by little, if your partner says they love you

08/22/2026

Adoption laws can be complex and vary quite a bit from state to state. Different states have their own specific rules regarding background checks, financial stability, and personal history requirements for prospective parents. Being unprepared for the court-ordered investigation process can often lead to unexpected delays and complications.

Learn more about how adoption laws work: https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/adoption?

08/21/2026

A divorce decree doesn't automatically remove your name from a joint mortgage. To protect your credit and financial independence, options like refinancing, spousal buyouts, or selling the home must be explicitly addressed in your settlement.

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One of the biggest decisions splitting couples face is what to do with their home. Here’s what to know about divorce and your mortgage.

08/19/2026

Dividing a shared home during a divorce? From selling and splitting proceeds to buyout refinances and temporary joint ownership, choosing the right path requires clear financial strategy. Learn how to evaluate your options.

Here are the three main ways you can divide up your home's equity after a divorce.

08/15/2026

Child support orders aren't set in stone, but they don't update automatically. Whether due to a job change, deployment, or disability, requesting a modification requires showing a substantial change in circumstances to the issuing court. Read our guide to learn more.

https://www.findlaw.com/family/child-support/child-support-modification.html

08/14/2026

An uncontested divorce means both spouses fully agree on critical terms like property division, debt responsibility, and child custody. Putting these agreed terms into a formal settlement document helps protect your individual rights and long-term financial security. Reaching a complete agreement gives both parties full control over the outcome instead of leaving final life choices to a judge.

https://www.justia.com/family/divorce/the-divorce-process/contested-vs-uncontested-divorce/

08/12/2026

Equitable distribution divides marital property fairly—though not necessarily equally—based on factors like earning capacity, financial contributions, and long-term needs, while keeping separate property exempt. Partnering with an experienced family law attorney ensures your assets are accurately categorized and your rights are protected during negotiations or trial.

Learn about equitable distribution in divorce, including key factors, state laws, exempt property, and how it differs from community property.

08/08/2026

Navigating tax rules after a divorce or legal separation requires carefully updating your filing status, adjusting tax withholdings, and managing complex asset or retirement transfers. Partnering with an experienced family law attorney ensures you avoid costly filing mistakes, remain compliant with IRS guidelines, and maximize eligible deductions or dependent credits. https://www.irs.gov/individuals/filing-taxes-after-divorce-or-separation

08/07/2026

While both divorce and annulment end a marriage, they handle your legal rights differently. A divorce dissolves a valid marriage, while an annulment legally erases it as if it never existed. Knowing which option applies to your situation can impact how property, debt, and future responsibilities are handled.

https://www.verywellmind.com/difference-between-divorce-and-annulment-2302038