When you divorce, your marital assets and debts will need to be divided between you and your spouse. This is referred to as property division. One of the first steps in the property division process is to execute a marital balance sheet. This is a list of your marital...
Under Indiana law, when a married couple divorces, they must divide any separate property from their marital property, and then divide the marital property in a way that meets standards of fairness under state guidelines. None of this is easy, but some parts of the...
If you divorce and have physical custody of you children, it is likely that you want to remain in the family home. This can help provide the children with the stability they need to process the divorce. To stay in the family home following your divorce, you will need...
Child custody and parenting time are two of the most complicated and difficult issues that come up in an Indiana family law case. The child is frequently trapped in the middle of the parents’ back and forth, making the situation harder. Even when the case is complete...
Many people in Indiana are currently paying or receiving child support payments each month. Child support is often ordered during divorces when the couple has minor children, but may also be ordered for parents who were never married. These obligations can be...
When married couples end up going through a divorce in Indiana, they will need to divide all of the property that they own with their spouse, which can be a complicated process. Under Indiana law, courts presume that the best way to divide marital assets is an equal...
Many couples decide to execute pre-nuptial agreement to forestall any severe disputes if they should decide to end their marriage. Unfortunately, a person looking forward to a long and happy marriage may discover that a seemingly ideal spouse has one or more serious...
Holiday travel and gatherings will be more normal this year after a couple years of disruption. But holiday planning may pose more complications for divorced couples with children. Before setting your travel itinerary, you should consult your custody agreement. Check...
Couples argue about money all the time, especially if one person is a “spender” and the other is a “saver.” These arguments can build up with some couples to the point where they decide they are simply not compatible, and they want to divorce. If you are facing...
For those who are just starting a financial-based job, your new career prospects are exciting, and the pay can be lucrative. However, many new to the finance industry may not know how easy it is to be accused of financial fraud, even if there you had no intention to...