Family law

“Till do us part”. When taken literally, this is a powerful, committing set of words that over two million Americans swear to each year as they tie the knot. Oddly enough, the American Psychological Association states that the current divorce rate in the United States is 40-50 percent. Suffice to say, the majority of these divorcees do not end their marriages because of death, but rather relationship troubles that darken the once bright light that shone over their spouse. The idea of marriage…

1. If I get divorced, how much support might I have to pay? 2. If I get divorced how much support can I get from my spouse? 3. How much of our property can I keep? Can I stay in the house? 4. Do I really need an attorney to get divorced or can I do it myself? Child Support and Divorce in New York: How Much Will I Have to Pay? If your marriage is ending, you probably have questions about child support and divorce in New York. Child support and divorce in New York are…

Throughout the years, more and more people have taken it upon themselves to end their marriage and get a divorce. This practice is defined as the “the legal dissolution of a marriage by a court or other competent body” (Dictionary.com), meaning it is acknowledged legally by a judge, and lawyers. The reasons for divorce legally range from no fault divorce to fault divorce. No fault divorce is deemed when the couple has mutually agreed to end the marriage, after they felt that the marriage wasn’t…

When we moved from Delaware to Marion, her place of birth, my husband and I initially became cautious about who might recognize her or see a family resemblance, so we became more private in our sharing of her background. Within a few years those feelings subsided, and we no longer examined faces at the mall or grocery story. As we have watched Allie grow into a young adult, we are so very pleased…

Seeking a relationship is one of the most human things that a person could ever do. Whether it is for platonic reasons or sexual, the drive to be associated with other individuals is natural for almost everybody in society, barring any dysfunctions or impaired mental states. The search for a partner is the one strive that is common across all cultures since “as social beings, most humans live in a matrix of relationships that, to a large extent, define their identity (Mellor, et al, 2008).” Need…

stage is acting on the decision and this is when the legal process is started. This is the stage when physical as well as emotional separation occurs and parents usually tell the child/ren and go public with their decision. This is also when many family members and friends choose sides and feelings of panic, fear, shame, guilt, and blame are brought about. The fifth stage is growing acceptance and this occurs all throughout the legal process. Both parties begin to adjust,…

Since I was a little girl I always admired families that had adopted a child, and I knew in my heart that one day I would adopt too. As I am approaching the time in my life that I could potentially be starting a family and be ready to adopt a child, I have begun thinking about all of the things that it may entail and how to prepare for it. Although race has never been a deciding factor for me in the adoption process, I have for some reason always thought I would adopt a child of a different race…

Frank’s website. The Certified Divorce Financial Analyst is very skeptical when it comes to taxes. If you file singly, you are bumped into a higher tax bracket, even though your income level is lower than if you filed jointly. Ms. Frank states that's the law and there isn't any way around it. Steve Sexton, President of the Sexton Advisory Group points out that the intertwined retirement plans can be complicated. Couples who have been married for a long time might have built up significant…

Cause and Effects of Divorce Divorce seems to be a very common, not just in the United States but also all around the globe. There are many causes for why married couples get divorced. Some of the many reasons include, lack of communication, finances, and dishonestly. Communication is very important in a partnership, as well as finances. Finances are considered one of the most difficult things to keep together in a marriage. Trust issues are another reason why divorces happen. Marriage is all…

represents a unique developmental path. Social workers need to be prepared to work with families of divorce. Having experienced divorce as an adolescent and recently as a father with 3 children I know I can help families walk this path. I can empathize with them and help them avoid or repair the negative consequences of divorce through my personal experiences and growth. Divorce brings major change to a families’ dynamics.…