Divorce

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...

After you divorce an ex-spouse due to domestic abuse, you pray that divorce will be the end. However, if your lawyer and you do not plan how to stop potential post-divorce abuse, you may find that, while you are not physically harmed anymore, your ex can still wreak...

As a newlywed, you likely were given gifts to start off your married life. Perhaps you eventually bought a home with your spouse. It is also likely that you made some major purchases while married, for example, new automobiles, electronics and furniture. So, what...

For older couples, future plans can take a nosedive when they decide to split. Even though the divorce rate in Indiana and elsewhere is down overall, it continues to go up for couples aged 50 and older, and it has tripled for those aged 65 and up since 1990. Among the...

Dividing assets is one of the most difficult issues that can trouble a couple who has decided to end their marriage. The problem can be especially difficult for a couple who owns substantial assets. Valuing the family home can be especially difficult both because the...

One aspect of your post-divorce life that you will want to give careful attention to during the divorce process is your post-divorce finances. Property division and spousal support should be carefully thought out during a divorce, as they can significantly affect your...

Sometimes legal issues, especially family law issues, simply seem too complex to solve. Family law issues can oftentimes involve not just legal questions, but also issues involving emotions, family bonds and, unquestionably, finances. Divorce is a prime example of a...

Hoosier business owners know how important it is protect their professional interests, especially during a divorce. As it often forms the largest portion of a couple’s marital assets, a business is also at greatest risk during a divorce proceeding. Unless they have...

The decision to pursue divorce can be very difficult on Indiana residents. After considering their options and different paths toward the future, they may ultimately decide that their lives will be better if they end their legal relationships with their spouses. To...

When you go through a divorce, you may have a lot of issues to deal with that are new to you. Property division is likely one of them and it can be very complex. To help you get a handle on it, let’s talk about where Indiana law starts, so that it makes more sense how...