Sometimes in divorce cases, one or both parties files for an OFP (Order for Protection). These are court orders that protect the party in question from abuse. There are many misconceptions

New research shows that divorce rates among baby boomers are higher than ever. Couples over 50 were twice as likely to divorce in 2009, than 50+ couples back in 1990. Stigma of

An appeal is a very technical and potential very expensive process. In addition to attorneys’ fees for drafting the pleadings, the parties must also pay for: Transcripts for Court Hearings Filing Fees

A Financial Early Neutral Evaluation is one avenue you can explore when attempting to settle disputes relating to spousal maintenance, child support, or the division of property. Oftentimes, the neutral will instruct

With the state of the real estate market these days, it is not uncommon for divorcing parties to have to decide what to do with a house that is “underwater” (where the mortgage is

According to a new study, men are twice as likely as women to wed again after a divorce. The study surveyed 2,000 adults was enacted to coincide with the DVD release

Celebrities make a lot of money. When they get divorced, their settlements are a lot larger than the average person’s. Here are the top 5 biggest celebrity divorce settlements. 5. Tiger

A question that often comes up in a family law proceeding is “can I get my spouse to cover the cost of my attorney?” Under Minnesota Statute §518.14, a party may request

Today, stock options can be significant assets in a marital estate that need to be divided during a divorce. Many employees from mid-level to executive participate in corporate stock option

Often people are married in other countries and move to the United States. For whatever reason, the marriage may not work out and the individual is left wondering if they