As your child grows and changes, chances are your household budget will grow and change, too. You may face fewer childcare costs as they enter school. They may join a new activity with regular fees. Their changing healthcare needs may require regular medication or...
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3 questions for business owners to ask in divorce
As a business owner, you have invested time, money and passion into building your company. If you and your spouse decide to part ways, however, you might worry that your investment in your business is also at risk. What should business owners know about property...
How can an unmarried father establish paternity in Arizona?
When they are married when their child is born, the state of Arizona automatically recognizes the parental rights of both parents. If they part ways in the future, both have a right to a relationship with their child. However, unmarried fathers do not necessarily have...
Will your career impact your parenting time?
Whether you work on call, need to travel frequently or have a particularly demanding work schedule, your career may be a very important aspect of your life. However, when questions about child custody arise, you may wonder whether your work might stand in the way of...
What major decisions might you and your child’s other parent share?
Parenting your child involves a wide variety of different tasks, from ensuring that they get to school on time to making decisions that will help them grow up happy and healthy. When you and your ex share legal custody of your child, though, you may face the challenge...
What happens to a military pension in divorce?
The end of a marriage can lead to a number of questions. What will happen to their house? How can they support their children? Will support payments be a part of their life as they move forward? When one spouse has a career in the military, however, couples face...
My ex-girlfriend is planning on moving away with my kid
My ex-girlfriend and I have a daughter together. I have been involved in her life and have been paying child support. Now, my ex has to move to another state. What happens to my rights as a father? You need a parenting order from the court before you can object A...
5 changes to your insurance you’ll need after a divorce
Having the right insurance is crucial. If disaster strikes, it can cover your losses and keep you from having a financial meltdown. It’s also useful when you need to be able to guarantee you’ll meet your financial obligations. If you’re getting a divorce, you may...
7 steps to take before you file for divorce
If you’re considering divorce but are waiting until after the holidays before you file, you are not alone. Many people plan on filing for divorce in January. While you wait, however, there are a few things you can get done that will make the process easier once you do...
Dividing retirement assets in divorce? You need a QDRO
When you file for divorce, one of the main issues is the division of your marital property. For most people, retirement savings make up a significant portion of their assets. How do you divide these fairly – and why is a qualified domestic relations order (QDRO)...