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Prenuptial agreements are often binding as long as both parties signed the agreement prior to getting married. But that does not mean that they always stand up in court. There are some issues that could invalidate the agreement. Whether you are drafting a prenup or...
For many people, a name change is one of the final steps in moving forward after a divorce. Some individuals choose to keep their married name for personal, professional or family reasons, while others wish to return to a former name as part of a fresh start. In...
If you are facing divorce and worry about getting by on a single income, you are not alone. Many people in Indiana assume they can rely on "alimony" the way it is described in movies or other states — a regular payment from an ex-spouse to help cover living expenses....
Divorce is a major financial transition that touches every part of your life, including protections you may not have thought about. Whether you have a whole-life policy with cash value or a term policy through work, understanding how Indiana law and federal rules...
Executive compensation can make divorce more complex when income goes beyond a base salary. Bonuses, stock awards, and deferred compensation often hold significant value, even if payment happens later. If you or your spouse receives this type of pay, Indiana courts...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...