It is common for people preparing to divorce to disagree about the terms of their divorce. Spouses may argue over what assets and debts they should split or how to share parental rights and responsibilities. In some cases, they may even disagree about whether divorce...
Whether your child is in grade school or nearing the end of high school, you’re likely concerned about how a potential divorce will affect their college savings. Regardless of whether you’ve been setting aside money to cover the majority of their college expenses or...
Child support is meant to help ensure children receive consistent financial support from both parents. Most parents are eager to contribute to the care and support of their children, but what if life circumstances change and your original support order is no longer...
There are several options available to those accused of a specific crime. They can take their case to trial in an attempt to prove their innocence. They can enter a guilty plea and throw themselves on the mercy of the courts. They can also directly negotiate with the...
When people in Indiana get divorced, they sometimes have questions about alimony. Someone may have expected to be supported by their spouse, and the divorce is taking away that financial support. While Indiana does not technically have alimony, there are situations in...
Parenting after a divorce can be challenging. Sometimes the custody arrangement that once worked no longer fits your child’s needs or your family’s situation. Life changes, and so do children. Knowing when to revisit custody can help keep your child’s well-being a top...
Spouses preparing for divorce have to address financial matters. Usually, economic discussions surrounding divorce focus primarily on the distribution of the spouses’ assets. However, many married couples also share debts. They have financial obligations they took on...
When a grandchild’s safety is at risk due to parental substance abuse, neglect or other serious concerns, you may feel compelled to step in. Fortunately, Indiana law provides legal pathways for grandparents to seek custody or guardianship when it’s in the child’s...
Losing parental rights is one of the most serious outcomes in family law. It permanently ends the legal relationship between a parent and child, including custody, visitation and decision-making rights. Indiana courts make this decision only when clear evidence shows...
Sharing parental rights and responsibilities after the end of a marriage isn't especially easy. People often have a hard time letting go of their resentment toward their spouses and keeping the focus of their relationships solely on their children. As people heal and...
