Could virtual currency be a new way to hide assets during a divorce? Some legal observers worry that bitcoins may be the next new way to cheat the system and avoid full disclosure during a divorce or child custody case. Bitcoins were introduced as a virtual or digital currency in 2009. As of May 2016,…
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While many people think prenuptial agreements are only useful for the rich and famous, these pre-marriage contracts also help regular people maintain their property and possessions in case of a divorce. These agreements can also determine whether or not one partner will receive alimony, which partner will keep the marital residence, and which partner will…
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In today’s interconnected world, it is not uncommon for people to fall in love across international borders. If your soon-to-be spouse is a foreign national, you will likely need to apply for a K-1 visa in order for both of you to live in the United States. The K-1 visa is also known as a…
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Over 22% of the country, or nearly 70 million people, identify themselves as members of the Catholic church. For decades, Catholics have faced a serious dilemma when it comes to ending their marriages. The Catholic church does not recognize divorce, and believes that it is impossible to dissolve a valid, sacramental marriage that has been…
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When you and your spouse file for divorce, how much of your case information is secret? Who has access to your information and what type of access do they have? In general, most court proceedings and records are open to the public. Anyone can attend a hearing in open court, and court records are available…
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Going to court can be an intimidating experience, especially when you are not sure what to expect. For many people, attending a hearing in a divorce case is the first time that they will ever enter a courtroom, and the prospect can be scary. If you are attending a hearing, learning more about the process…
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Everyone is on their best behavior in front of a judge. For many people in the process of a divorce, it can be frustrating to see a spouse act civilly in court but turn nasty in private. To show the judge the way your spouse acts in private, can you record your conversations? While recorded…
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A divorce case starts when one spouse files or serves the initial divorce petition. Once the petition is filed, the other party must be served with a copy of the petition as well as a summons which informs the person of the amount of time he or she has to file a response. If the…
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Even when a marriage is on the rocks, many people still do not want to get divorced. If you are ready to move on from your marriage, but your spouse won’t sign the paperwork, what are your options? The Initial Petition When a person refuses to sign the initial petition asking for a divorce, his…
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