Alimony is money paid from one spouse to another in the case of a divorce. To be eligible for alimony, or spousal maintenance, a petition must be made to the court following the divorce. The judge presiding can order spousal maintenance for either spouse if the person...
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Month: December 2015
Surviving Christmas and child custody
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Dec 22, 2015 | Child Custody
Christmas is a joyous time of year. It can also be one of the most stressful. For parents who have divorced or separated, child custody issues can really put a damper on your holiday spirit. Here are some tips to help you and your ex survive the holiday season with a...
Sharing in retirement fund in a divorce can get sticky
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Dec 18, 2015 | Property Division
Property division is a hot topic when you are getting a divorce. What do you do about retirement accounts and 401ks? How are they divided up? Large estates mean a bigger piece of the pie for you. If a business or foreign accounts and property are involved, it can get...
Texas-native seeks additional payment in celebrity divorce
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Dec 10, 2015 | High Asset Divorce
Actress Stephanie March, a native of Texas, was recently in court seeking additional payment based on her divorce agreement with celebrity chef Bobby Flay. According to reports, the couple's marriage ended after Flay cheated on Stephanie March earlier this...
Holiday planning after a divorce
On Behalf of Laura Dale & Associates, P.C. | Dec 7, 2015 | Child Custody
When the holidays get closer, divorced parents often wonder what the best plans are for the children. Do you and your ex simply plan one holiday get-together and let the kids open their Christmas presents? Is it better to have separate holiday celebrations in order to...
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