In an Indiana divorce, both parties are legally required to disclose what they own and owe. This is intended to ensure that marital property is divided equitably per Indiana marital property laws. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for some couples to withhold marital...
Reports show medical issues often lead to divorce
When medical issues strike, they can put a lot of stress on your life. This is especially true when it’s a very serious and long-term diagnosis. A common example is a cancer diagnosis, which, even when fully survivable, could take extensive treatment for months or...
5 things co-parents should remember about communication
Communication is one of the most important aspects of co-parenting. Whether you’re speaking to your ex, about your ex, to the children or about the children, you must ensure that you’re using the proper communication methods. A communication breakdown can make the...
How do you go about changing an Indiana custody order?
When you and your child’s other parent ended your romantic relationship, you likely drew up a legally-enforceable parenting plan as an element of your child custody order. Over time, one or more terms within that parenting plan may have become unmanageable, irrelevant...
Child support enforcement information for Indiana parents
Divorce has an unfortunate way of causing seemingly simple disagreements between spouses to escalate into outright battles. Unresolved conflict between parents can have harmful effects on the kids of divorce. Sometimes, co-parent disputes deescalate after the divorce...
When can child support orders be modified in Indiana?
It is possible to modify child custody orders that no longer serve the children's best interests. If both parents have no objection to such changes, they can craft a mutual agreement and formalize it in court. Otherwise, you can file a petition to modify the custody...
Reasons for divorce aren’t always obvious
People often think that a divorce comes after a big argument or some major negative event. This isn’t always the case. It’s possible that the end of a marriage can stem from some seemingly small things that just aren’t right in the relationship. There are a few subtle...
How separate property can become marital property
Property division is usually a hotly contested issue in most divorce proceedings. Deciding who gets what is never easy, especially if the separating couple cannot agree on how to go about everything. Usually, the assets and property owned by the couple (marital...
Can I contest a prenuptial agreement?
A prenuptial agreement, simply known as a prenup, can be an important safety net when getting married. This is a binding document that a couple signs before marrying to separate personal assets from marital assets should the marriage collapse. However, a prenuptial...
Should you move out of the family home during a divorce?
Let’s face it, living under the same roof while going through a divorce can be quite unsettling. When “I no longer love you” gets to the point of filing for a divorce, the level of discomfort can get to its peak. At this point, the sensible solution would be to move...