Family Law

Here is a sad truth – not all marriages last a lifetime. If the relationship is damaged beyond repair, the couple might have no choice but to divorce. And one of the most pressing questions most divorcing couples ask is, “What will I walk out of the marriage with?”...

Parents going through divorce often worry about what will happen to their children. Who will care for their children? Will a parent lose the opportunity to be in their children’s lives as they grow? However, courts are often aware of these fears and can help parents...

Co-parenting is an arrangement that requires parents to work closely as a team so they can raise their children together even though they aren’t romantically involved any longer. While this is usually beneficial for the children, it’s sometimes challenging for the...

Getting divorced definitely means that life is going to change. At the very least, you’re going to have to divide your assets with your spouse. If you have children, you may also have to consider child custody arrangements. Things are going to be different. Is this...

Last year, many animal advocates and divorcing pet parents were heartened to hear that the Rhode Island House of Representatives had passed a “pet custody” bill that would allow judges to make decisions regarding a pet in a divorce based on the animal’s best...

Divorcing parents have a lot on their minds, not the least of which is how they will work out a child custody order so that they can transition into a functional co-parenting team. If this is the first time you’ve ever tried to craft a custody and parenting plan, then...

Maybe you merely suspect that your spouse is a narcissist – or maybe you know they are. Either way, divorcing a narcissist can be a challenging and emotionally draining process because narcissists don’t handle criticism, rejection or the appearance of failure very...

Overall, divorce rates across the U.S. are declining for younger couples but increasing for those 50 and older. According to recent studies, the divorce rate for older couples has more than doubled over the last decade. You may think you have accounted for all...

You’re in a serious relationship that seems to be headed toward engagement over the holidays and marriage next year. It’s not too early to begin thinking about a prenuptial agreement. At least, it’s wise for you and your partner to be comfortable talking about...

When you get divorced, you have to divide custody of your children with your spouse. The two of you have some ability to make these decisions on your own, but the court can make a ruling if you're unable to do so. For instance, you may want sole custody, and your...