by designonetest | Jan 25, 2023 | Family Law
Parents who don’t pay their mandatory child support payments are in contempt of court. The court will tally the missed payments, categorized as in arrears. This allows the court to start enforcement procedures to recover the payments. The parent who receives payments...
by designonetest | Jan 25, 2023 | Family Law
Child support is required in divorce. According to the law, both parents are responsible for supporting their children. Therefore, each parent should pay according to their ability. Additionally, the court can require one or both parents to pay child support — even if...
by designonetest | Jan 25, 2023 | Family Law
Alimony or spousal support involves one spouse paying the other either due to a court order or the divorce agreement. Its purpose is to ensure that both parties can meet their financial needs. One spouse has to prove they were “dependent” on their spouse during the...
by designonetest | Jan 25, 2023 | Family Law
One spouse must file a legal petition requesting to terminate the marriage to get a divorce. The petition typically must show that at least one person meets the state’s residency requirements for divorce. Additionally, a reason or grounds for divorce must be provided....
by designonetest | Jan 25, 2023 | Family Law
A legal separation doesn’t end the marriage. As a result, neither spouse can legally remarry. Since the couple is still married in a legal separation, they don’t have to remarry if they change their mind about the separation. The couple simply has to submit a request...
