Five Considerations When Selecting a Divorce Lawyer

The decision to end a marriage is never an easy one. If you are unfamiliar with the process, selecting a divorce lawyer can help making things go more smoothly.

Why a Pre-Nup Is No Longer Just for the Rich and Famous

A pre-nuptial agreement (or a pre-nup) has long been associated with the rich and famous, in particular A-list stars or celebrities looking to protect their staggering wealth in the event of an often inevitable marriage breakdown. But in recent times, it’s not just those with eye-popping bank account figures that are demanding a pre-nup agreement prior to getting wed. An increasing number of people are recognising the benefits of this agreement, even if they aren’t rich or famous.

Basics of the Divorce Process

Chances are good that you have been contemplating divorce for quite some time. Getting a divorce should never be a hasty decision and in my opinion not an emotional one. Too much emotion tends to cloud judgment and can often times lead to regret.

Getting a Divorce? What to Look for in a Family Law Attorney

Learn how a family law attorney can help you navigate the muddy waters of divorce. While a divorce may be amicable, more times than not it is a painful and drawn out process. You need someone in your corner to protect your rights and interests.

Irrevocable Vs Revocable Trust

Learn the difference between an irrevocable trust and a revocable trust. Both offers benefits to you and your beneficiaries. Knowing the difference will help you decide which one is best for your situation.

Obtaining and Defending Against Restraining Orders in New Jersey

This article is about the factors that go into a decision as to whether a final restraining order should be granted to a victim and how to defend against false restraining orders. Final Restraining orders can affect: your job, child custody, where you live, your ability to own a gun, travel and even your immigration status.

Divorce in the UAE

The purpose of the Family Guidance Committee is to try and reconcile the parties before separating them under Article 98 of the Personal Status Law. The family guidance counselors are not legally trained, but have experience in mediation and counseling.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring A Divorce Attorney

There is not a set fee. Each divorce is unique and the divorce attorney will set their fees depending on the amount of time they will need to invest in the case. The amount of paperwork they will have to file. The amount of traveling they will have to do. The area they are located in.

In a Crowded Field, How Do You Stand Out?

Sunday was opening day for the Cubs. Imagine if you, along with more than 40,000 Cook County lawyers, packed the Wrigley Field seats to capacity, with another more than 4,000 lawyers turned away for lack of space. Pretend that in place of the 2015 roster, the field is filled with potential clients looking to hire one of the lawyers seated in the stadium. If you’re one of those lawyers, how will you make yourself noticed?

How Long Will Dividing The Retirement Accounts In Divorce Take?

The process of drafting and implementing a QDRO depends on multiple factors – learn about them here. This article provides an overview of the time commitment.