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Divorce is the formal legal dissolution of a marriage. The divorce process implicates many diverse areas of the law including, but not limited to, real estate, wills and trusts, child custody, and tax.

News & Analysis as of May 23, 2013

When Fault Enters a No-Fault Divorce

by Boyer, Dawson & St. Pierre on 4/26/2013

Michigan is a no-fault divorce state. This simply means that you don’t need to prove any fault on the part of your spouse as grounds for a divorce. For example you needn't show that your spouse was cheating on you, that your...more

What Is a No-Fault Divorce? ...And can I get one in California?

by Law Office of Steven M. Bishop on 3/29/2013

Under California’s no fault divorce law, couples can simply file for divorce using irreconcilable differences as grounds, rather than having to prove that one or the other did something wrong. This can save a substantial...more

Steps For Filing A Divorce In New York

by Bryan L. Salamone and Associates P.C. on 3/5/2013

Going through a divorce can be a very difficult time in your life. Don’t let uncertainty about the complicated divorce process add to your stress. Here are the basic steps involved in filing a divorce in New York....more

Types Of Divorce In New York

by Bryan L. Salamone and Associates P.C. on 2/28/2013

Although most divorcing couples are working towards the same goal ¾ a dissolution of marriage that leaves both parties satisfied ¾ there are multiple paths to arrive at this resolution....more

Putting Fault Back into Divorce, the Modern Anti-Cheating Clause

by Michele Corvi | McManis Faulkner on 2/5/2013

As reported in the news, Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren might be reconciling. In 2009, the relationship made headlines when the National Enquirer reported that Tiger was cheating. Two days later, the police were called to...more

It Is 10:00 p.m. — Do You Know Where Your Spouse Is?

by Bryan L. Salamone and Associates P.C. on 12/14/2012

Your spouse leaves the room each time the cell phone rings, and it rings a lot more lately. She works late a couple of times a week. Or, he takes care of the bills now, when you used to do them together. Another business...more

When Talking Divorce – No Fault and Default – Not the Same Thing

by Rowley Chapman & Barney, Ltd. on 10/10/2012

Last month I wrote about domestic violence and orders of protection. As an example, I discussed the recent short-lived marriage of NFL star Chad Johnson and his TV star wife, Evelyn Lozada. According to media reports, Johnson...more

Plenary Guardian May File Divorce Petition For Disabled Adult With Court Approval

by Sedgwick LLP on 10/5/2012

This morning, the Illinois Supreme Court filed its unanimous opinion in Karbin v. Karbin. In an opinion by Justice Charles E. Freeman, the Court overruled its twenty-six year old decision in In re Marriage of Drews and held...more

Is There an Advantage to Filing First in an Arizona Divorce?

by Rowley Chapman & Barney, Ltd. on 10/1/2012

In well over half of my consultations I get asked whether there is an advantage to filing first for divorce in Arizona. The answer is no. The question stems from a fear that it may be socially unacceptable to seek a divorce....more

What States Have the Highest Divorce Rate?

by Bryan L. Salamone and Associates P.C. on 6/8/2012

Is the divorce rate on the decline? Given the nature of the current economy, are more couples finding it easier to stay together than pay for multiple residences? Actually, in New York State, the divorce rate is on the rise....more

Even Though It’s “No Fault” Divorce, What Would You Do?

by Law Offices of Marlo Van Oorschot, APLC on 5/7/2012

California has “no fault” divorce, which means it does not matter why a marriage breaks up or which spouse is responsible for the breakup. Therefore all community property is divided equally and spousal support (alimony) is...more

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