Disability’s Impact On Child Support

Question: I have been a stay-at-home father for more than a year. Although I currently receive no disability benefits, I am physically unable to work. Will my wife be able to sue me for child support? We are also in the process of selling a house and might split the …

Paying For The Marital Home Prior To Mediation

Question: Following our temporary divorce hearing the judge ordered me to pay child support and continue making payments on the marital home until we meet with a mediator. I can’t afford to continue making these house payments. What are my options if my name is the only one on the …

Frequently Asked Questions About Taxes And Divorce

Tax season is in full swing. If you’re newly divorced, you likely have a lot of questions about filing your taxes. Divorce can certainly complicate an already tricky process. Here are seven frequently asked questions regarding taxes and divorce:

Dividing Home Equity As Marital Property

Question: After getting married I moved into the home my wife owned. We refinanced the mortgage about 18 months ago and put my name on the loan as well as the title/deed. My wife now wants a divorce and says I am not entitled to any of the equity. Am …

How Long Will I Have To Pay For The Marital Residence?

Question: How long do I have to pay for the marital residence after the divorce is final if I’m not living there?

When Should Marital Assets Be Divided?

Question: I have investment properties managed by a partner who is my property manager. One of the homes recently sold and the property manager divided the check evenly between my wife and I even though we are separated and she has moved out. Shouldn’t those assets be divided at my …

Spouse Has Moved Out – Can I Change the Locks?

Question: My spouse moved out of the home 90 days ago and has not returned. Both of our names are on the title to the house. She stated that she will not be returning. Can I change the locks without any legal repercussions?

Ex Received the Marital Home but Didn’t Make Payments

Question: My ex-wife received the house after our divorce. It was originally in my name. I just learned that she quit making payments on the house and never refinanced to her name, which was the agreement. After that, the house was foreclosed on and sold for less than it was …

Ex’s Name on Deed to the House: What Does That Mean?

Question: I purchased property in 1987 and improved it with a two-story home and a two-story garage prior to being married in 1998. I did not put my spouse’s named on the deed until 2002. My spouse left and filed for divorce in 2013. What, if any, portion of the …

Can My Wife Be Forced To Move Out If She’s Cheating On Me?

Question: My wife has committed infidelity and has said she wants out of our marriage. My wife has continued cheating and has yet to leave the house. Can I force her to leave the house, and will I be able to use her behavior to keep my children away from …