When you have decided to domestically adopt a child, the first step is knowing which path to take. Child adoption can be done independently or through an agency. The type of adoption you pursue depends on your needs and personal preference. Both methods have their...
Year: 2016
Don’t get rid of property during the divorce process
Not many who have been divorced can say that the process was easy and quick. All couples are different, but it is very common for people to experience issues when they are divorcing because of the many topics that have to be discussed. Although disputes are going to...
How courts determine which parent is the primary caretaker
Family law matters are not something that courts take lightly, especially when there is a child involved. When parents are battling for custody of their child, there are several things that the courts will look at to help them make the right decision. A parent's...
Does a prenup have to include alimony?
When two people decide to get married, they will likely begin to plan their big day. This planning process will include a variety of things, like choosing a venue, tasting cakes, and in some cases, drafting a prenuptial agreement. If drafting a prenup is on the list...
Put your child’s needs first
As a parent, you are expected to make decisions that will positively impact your child's life. Of course, your son or daughter will grow up and eventually start to make these choices on their own, but until they are 18 years old, it is your job to ensure they are...
Why parents prefer open adoption
When a couple make the decision to have a child, they have several options as to how they can do this. If they find that they do not want to have the child themselves, or are not able to conceive on their own, they may decide to have a surrogate or adopt. Should...
Amy Poehler and Will Arnett finally divorce
When two people decide to marry, it's usually with the intention that their marriage is going to last. Although this may be the goal, people never know what types of challenges they will be faced with or how they will react to them. Some people are able to work...
Why should couples have a conversation about a prenup?
Couples around the United States make the decision to marry every day. With "I" becoming "we" in just a matter of seconds, there are many things that couples will want to discuss before they agree to spend the rest of their lives together. Children and buying a home...
Consider paying alimony in one lump sum
Disputes are going to happen when two people decide to get divorced. After all, couples who are getting divorced usually aren't seeing eye to eye on many things. They will argue over who gets the house, the cars and maybe even the furniture. In addition to arguments...
Do I need to hire an attorney for an independent adoption?
Not everyone is able to have a child of their own, so they may decide to adopt one as an alternative. Even those who are able to may still find that they want to adopt a child and raise them as their own. When the decision has been made to move forward with an...