Should I Stay Or Should I Go? Reconciling During Divorce

Every marriage and divorce is different. Sometimes, an act of infidelity can lead to a prompt and bitter breakup. Other times, couples just gradually drift apart and eventually realize they’re better off separated. Many couples waver back and forth when thinking about divorce and consider a number of different factors. …

Can I Be Reimbursed For Overpaid Child Support?

Question: My daughter reached the age of emancipation six months ago but my wages are still being garnished. How do I go about getting reimbursed for the overpayments?

Is My Fiancée Allowed Around My Children?

Question: I have been divorced for a couple years and recently got engaged. My children love my fiancée, but my ex-wife is very upset about the living arrangements and has threatened to call the police if our kids are left alone with my wife-to-be. Can she do that? There is …

What Is The Criteria For Determining Abandonment?

Question: My wife has spent the last couple years living like she is single. She admits to hanging out with other men and will regularly disappear for weeks at a time. How will her adultery affect our divorce case? Does this qualify as abandonment?

How Social Security Disability Benefits May Impact Family Law Matters

By William J. Phelan, IV, Esq., Cordell & Cordell Family Law Attorney One of the most notable federal social safety net programs of the past century are the disability benefits programs administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA).

DadsDivorce Live: Post-Divorce Responsibilities

It is commonly assumed that once a divorce decree is issued or a settlement is reached, the divorce case is completely over. In reality, however, there remains a laundry list of post-divorce tasks that need to be completed.

Video: Cordell & Cordell News – January 10, 2017

Dads Divorce sponsor Cordell & Cordell and sister site MensDivorce.com have teamed up to present a series of monthly recap videos to keep you informed on the latest news and top stories.

Can I Force My Wife To Leave Our Home?

Question: My wife and I are getting divorced. We currently live in a home owned by my brother. How can I force her to vacate the property?

How Do I File An Objection To A Child Support Order?

Question: I received motions from my ex-wife asking for what she claims is unpaid child support. I have made my full payments and have bank statements and cancelled checks to prove it. The motion says I must respond in seven days. Is that seven days from when it was sent …