Can I Move Out Of The Home With My Child Before Divorce?

Question: My wife and I are getting a divorce while still living in the marital home, and I am concerned about my wife’s boyfriend and the impact he will have on our young child. Do I have the right to leave the marital home with our child while we are …

Is It Parental Kidnapping To Move With Children While Still Legally Married?

Question: My wife and I are still legally married though we have been separated for many years. She recently moved with my child to another state and enrolled him in school without my permission. Since there are no custody or related court orders can I go get my son and …

Which State Has Jurisdiction If Child Lives In Another State?

Question: My wife and I are currently separated and live in separate states, though our child lives with me. I do not yet meet the residency requirements to file for divorce in my state, but my wife does meet the residency requirements in her state. She says that once she …

The Difference Between Legal Separation and Divorce

By Tara N. Brewer Special to DadsDivorce.com When facing marital problems, many couples struggle with the decision to separate or divorce. Both legal separation and divorce have benefits and drawbacks so it’s important to know the legalities of both.

Reaching A Child Custody Agreement While Separated Before A Divorce

Question: My wife and I separated, though it is not a legal separation and we have not filed for divorce yet because of lack of funds. We have agreed that I will assume sole legal custody and sole physical custody of our child and she will have visitation rights. Is …

Entering The Martial Home If I Moved Out During Separation?

Question: I moved out of the marital home almost one year ago, though our divorce has continued to drag on and is not finalized. I would like to move back home to be there for my children, but my wife has changed the locks on the doors and will not …

Are Assets Purchased During Separation But Before Divorce Subject To Property Division?

Question: My wife and I are separated, but we have not filed for divorce yet. I recently purchased a vehicle during our separation period and want to know about property division laws. Since we are still legally married, does my wife have any rights to my vehicle even though it …

Will The Judge Honor Our Marital Settlement Agreement To No Alimony?

Question: My soon-to-be-ex-wife and I signed a marital settlement agreement that she would not request alimony if she is hired for a job in her chosen field before we officially file for divorce in a few months. If she gets a job with a good pay, will the judge honor …

How To Get Your Wife To Move Out Of The Marital Home

By Sara Pitcher Mens Divorce Lawyer At Cordell & Cordell, we advise our clients on the perils of moving out of the marital home before or during your divorce. In fact, it’s listed as one of “The 10 Stupidest Mistakes Men Make When Facing Divorce” in Cordell & Cordell co-founder …

Do You Have To Pay Child Support During The Separation Before Divorce?

By Daniel Exner Cordell & Cordell Milwaukee Divorce Lawyer There is a gray area when it comes to paying child support after a couple has separated but before any paperwork is filed or court orders issued. Many divorcing dads wonder if they should be paying child support during this separation …