Alimony is the court-ordered financial provision for one of the former spouses after a divorce is finalized. Every case is different, and the court decides on the amount, if any, of alimony. Typically, a judge will look at the following factors: How much monthly income each former spouse can reasonably earn. What will each former…

Clients are often unsure exactly what they might put in their Will or are surprised when we mention what can be included the document. Here are just two examples… 1) Your will can specify who should take custody of your pets and how money should be provided to ensure their ongoing care 2) You can…

This is an order that the court makes establishing that a man is the father of a child. Paternity orders are vital for spouses that seek child support or want to apply for benefits. You can apply for a paternity order against a man who: Has been married to you, but the marriage was dissolved…

Establishing paternity is a great way to claim an active and ongoing role as a biological parent to your child. Here are two different ways you can establish paternity. Voluntary Acknowledgement of Paternity This is a consent form that both parents signs when a child is born so that you can be added to the…