In an Indiana divorce where there are children involved, it is important that the child’s needs are met. Of course, that includes the basics like a safe place to live, proper nutrition, education and health care. Regarding health care, there are legal requirements...
From a financial perspective, there’s a lot at stake in a divorce. You’ll have to divide your marital assets in a fair fashion, and child support and alimony may come into play. But the financial implications of your marriage dissolution may be more severe if you or...
When people head down the path of divorce, it is often strong emotions that motivate them. The pragmatic financial considerations that were a part of the foundation of the marriage are also equally part of the divorce. Unfortunately, those overpowering emotions can...
In an Indiana divorce, it is not uncommon for there to be a dispute over property. While this might not be viewed under the same microscope as child custody, parenting time, child support and spousal maintenance, it can still be a source of acrimony and extended...
Expunging an arrest or criminal conviction record can be important and potentially life changing for an accused individual. Accused individuals wishing to expunge their criminal record should be familiar with the expunction process and how it can help them. The...
When someone is charged with a crime, it is very important to know all the details of how police and prosecution obtained evidence against them. If the police violated the defendant's constitutional rights when they searched the defendant, the evidence can be...
You spent hours and hours negotiating with your ex to come up with a parenting plan you could both live with, and now things are going along more or less like you wanted. Coordinating drop-offs and pickup times isn't always easy, but the basic plan is working, and you...
For nearly all family law questions that involve children, Indiana courts base their decision on their understanding of what's in the child's best interests. Under state law, the best interests of a child typically include "frequent, meaningful and continuing contact"...
Spousal maintenance, also known as alimony, is not always required in an Indiana divorce. At one time, it was common for Indiana courts to order one ex-spouse to pay maintenance for the other. Today, maintenance is required only under certain conditions. Equitable...
After a divorce, parents in Indiana may look forward to moving into the future with peace and happiness not just for themselves but for their child as well. But life is always evolving and there may come a time when a custodial parent or a noncustodial parent needs to...