You decide that it is time to file for divorce. Unfortunately, your spouse is not very cooperative. They have long told you that they are against divorce and even insinuated that they refuse to get divorced. As a result, they do not respond to the divorce papers....
Year: 2025
What men who seek alimony need to know
Men have as much right to seek alimony, known as spousal maintenance in Indiana, as women do if their financial situation and/or other factors warrant it. While the majority of alimony recipients are still women, men are increasingly seeking support in divorce. Maybe...
Establishing paternity in Indiana: Rights and responsibilities
Becoming a parent is one of life’s most profound experiences. Unfortunately, many unwed fathers are not able to participate meaningfully in their child's life when paternity is uncertain or disputed. Establishing legal paternity provides clarity for both parents and...
Addressing deferred compensation during divorce negotiations
Successful couples often find that their high-asset divorces are difficult to navigate. They have more complex resources to address and a larger pool of marital assets to divide. If one spouse is a successful professional who earns competitive wages, their...
Should you fight for the club membership in divorce?
When high-earner couples face divorce, they have more complex property settlement issues than lower-wage couples do. For instance, one asset that must be valuated to fairly divide is the country club membership. Is that an asset to fight for? More importantly, can...
Can your prenup waive or secure child custody rights?
When using a prenuptial agreement, you are addressing what will happen in a divorce, but you are doing it in advance. For instance, maybe you are bringing a significant amount of wealth to your marriage. You simply want to ensure that you get to keep your money, even...
How can an extramarital affect divorce?
Adultery is one of the most common reasons people choose to end marriages. When one spouse has failed to uphold their vows and has been intimate with an outside party, their choices can cause emotional issues in the relationship and may even expose the other spouse to...
3 school-year custody concerns parents may need to address
There are many challenges associated with sharing parental rights and responsibilities. Divorcing or separating parents often need to think carefully about the issues that could arise to establish appropriate rules for the family. Frequently, parents who share custody...
Prenuptial agreements can be the foundation of a healthy marriage
There are many things that engaged couples need to consider before they get married. One of these that’s not often thought of is a prenuptial agreement. While these documents were once used only for the wealthy, they’re becoming more commonplace among married couples...
Should you sell the family home before getting a divorce?
Divorce is rarely simple, and deciding what to do with the family home can be one of the most emotionally and financially charged choices couples face. Whether you're trying to protect your equity, avoid future disputes or simply move on, selling the home before...

