Contested Divorce

There are three main types of custody. Joint custody, full custody, and sole custody. Each has their own benefits and drawbacks. Joint custody is the most common and least expensive form of child custody. The main difference between the three is who gets visitation rights. Joint custody is more flexible...

If you’re in the midst of a divorce, you might find it difficult to figure out how to deal with the emotions of the situation. The first stage is denial. This type of reaction is common when couples disagree, and can even lead to a lengthy courtroom process. The next...

Conversion is a common type of disposition in family law divorce. A legal separation will be considered “disposed” when the parties have separated legally, thereby ending the marriage. Generally, the courts will decide what constitutes “legal separation” in dependency cases. The court may order an annual review of the divorce...

There are several factors that can influence the outcome of a divorce. For instance, the type of property is a big factor in determining the outcome of the case. There are three main categories of property, real property, personal property, and intangible property. Debts and other intangible assets are also...

Getting divorced is a perplexing and often convoluted process. Ultimately, no one wants to have a painful and drawn-out divorce. You want to cause as little tension for yourself, your children, and your spouse as possible. But that’s not always the case. There are many factors involved with getting divorced,...