Divorce

The term divorce refers to the dissolution or the legal end of a marriage. Each state has its own requirements governing when a divorce may be granted, including a residency requirement and grounds or a reason for the divorce. There are both fault-based and no-fault based grounds for divorce. These, too, vary from state to state; although "irreconcilable differences" and "irretrievable breakdown" are common no-fault grounds for divorce. The 50 states also vary with respect to the division of the marital property, alimony, child custody and visitation, and child support. Please read on to find a divorce lawyer, family divorce attorney or to learn more about a divorce law firm. Divorce lawyer and divorce attorney information provided by Lawyers.com.

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Divorce Articles
State Specific Resources
- Divorce, Child Custody & Support in Your State
- State Domestic Relations & Family Codes Websites
 
Articles
- Can This Marriage be Annulled?
 - Divorce and Your Budget
- How, Where and When Can I Get an Annulment? - Bankruptcy after Divorce
- Effects of Annulment - Bankruptcy During Divorce
- Grounds for Divorce and Defenses
 - Does My Soon-to-be-Ex-Spouse Have to Support Me?
- Where Do I File for Divorce? - Assets & Property Division in Divorce
- Common Law Marriage
 - Alimony
- Legal Separations - Tax Matters for Alimony and Maintenance, Part 1
- Preparing for Your Divorce
 - Tax Matters for Alimony and Maintenace, Part 2
- Documents to Gather if You're Considering Divorce
 - Deductions for Alimony and the Family Residence
- Common Divorce Mistakes
 - Taxing Issues
- Residency Requirements in Divorce - Going Back to School after Divorce and Tax Matters
- Ex-Parte Divorce: When Only One Spouse Participates
 - Divorced Taxpayers and Filing Status
- Divorcing When Your Spouse Lives in Another State
 - Innocent Spouses and Community Income
- Foreign Country Divorce - Divorce and Job Hunting
- Recognition of Divorce Decrees by Other States
 - Loving Your Divorce Lawyer
- Mediating Your Divorce
 - Wrapping Up Your Divorce
- Collaborative Divorce
 - Uniform Dissolution of Marriage Act
- Cobra Health Coverage and Divorce - Divorce Law Terms
- Retirement Benefits and Divorce - The Impact of Marriage on Federal Benefits
- Divorce and Dating
 
Divorce FAQs
- Pension and Divorce FAQ
 - Divorce Mediation FAQ
- Alimony FAQ
 - Cobra Health Coverage and Divorce FAQs
 
Divorce Forms and Videos
Forms
- Divorce Worksheet
- Request Marriage or Divorce Documents
 - Demand for Alimony Payment
 
Videos
- Get Divorced Video
- Doesn't a Premarital Agreement take the romance out of marriage?
- Am I responsible for the debts of my spouse?
- Does Marriage Affect My Pension
 
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Child Abuse and Neglect: What's In a Name?
Could your child be removed from your home due to child abuse or neglect based on the name you gave him? Child abuse or neglect includes exposing a child to a substantial risk of harm, and at least one forensic psychologist is of the opinion that a negative or controversial name can amount to abuse.
Remarriage
If you are planning on remarrying, you should be aware of past obligations, such as child support and alimony, which could affect your relationship with your new spouse. There may be a waiting period and proof of termination of any prior marriages might be required.
Getting a Background Check before Getting Married
It's a sad but not uncommon scenario: Someone gets married and only later finds out that her new spouse has a criminal history or has an ex-wife. It should be the happiest time of your life, and to keep it that way, you might want to consider getting a background check before getting married.
Ask a Lawyer - Divorce Law questions answered by leading lawyers
Need to Change My Child's Name
My son was born in NC but we now live in PA I want to have his name changed and have his father listed on his birth certificate. The father on the birth certificate now isn't his real father. I need this done ASAP because my son enters kindergarten this year and doesn't know what his real name...
Will I Have To Pay My Husband's Debts in a Divorce?
I'm getting divorced and I would like to know if I get all my bills paid off that are in my name, are they going to make us split his bills and I have to pay those, too?
Dad's New Girlfriend Mistreats My Son
My question is my ex-husbands girlfriend treats my son badly when he visits his dad. His dad works nights and is hardly there when our son visits him, which is not very often. His dad doesn't call much or come and see him very much. So when he does visit our son wants to spend time with just his dad...
One Night Stand You'll Now Remember Forever
I just found out from a girl i had a one-night stand with that she is pregnant, and the baby is mine. I have offered to help her with adoption but refuses to give up the baby, she assured me she would raise it alone and not need my help. How would I go about terminating my parental rights? I have no...
Getting Sole Custody While Dad's in Prison
My son is four and half currently his father and I have joint custody. However, his father is in prison for 13 months. Can I request the court to grant me full custody while he is in prison?

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