You have been there from the start. You prepared for the baby, showed up for appointments, bought diapers, lost sleep and built a bond with your child. It may seem natural to assume that doing what a committed parent does automatically gives you legal rights. Many...
Dividing property during a divorce requires honesty and full financial transparency from both spouses. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always happen. Sometimes, one spouse wants more than their fair share and attempts to hide income or assets. If you suspect your spouse...
Divorce often turns ordinary parts of life into something much more important. Messages that once felt private can suddenly carry serious weight. Many people are surprised to learn how often digital communication can become a part of a family law case. A quick text, a...
Divorce after age 50 changes your financial future forever. While a "gray divorce" offers a fresh start, it also splits a lifetime of shared wealth. Indiana law presumes an equal division of all marital property. This means your retirement security and home equity sit...
The term gray divorce often just refers to those who are getting divorced later in life. This age group could contain Baby Boomers, for example, or may generally refer to those over 50 years old. It has been growing more common, as this age group has an increasing...
When parents divorce, they typically try to ensure that it doesn’t affect their child’s education. It’s often best when kids can remain in their school – at least through the current school year. Before a new school year begins, however, parents may find they have...
Military deployment changes everything for your family. Indiana law contains specific protections for service members to ensure you do not lose your parental rights while serving. You can navigate these transitions with practical solutions that protect your bond with...
Gray divorces occur later in life, as people are close to retirement age. They frequently occur after decades of marriage. The looming prospect of living on a fixed income and depending on benefits can make people anxious about ending a marriage. Couples may already...
Going through a divorce can result in many emotions. Losing a relationship you believed would last forever can be devastating. Typically, people experience denial, guilt, grief, anger, depression and anxiety. So, how can you manage these emotions and, in turn,...
Leaving an abusive marriage is difficult under any circumstances, but when significant assets are involved, the risks can be higher and a spouse’s path forward potentially more complex as a result. Financial control, business interests, real estate and public...
