All about Temporary Alimony

There are a lot of things to consider when filing for divorce, and one of them is temporary alimony. While legally separated, it is possible for you to be either entitled to, or obligated to pay temporary support. Being entitled to a temporary alimony means that a spouse is given monetary support by his or her partner.  The payment received is used to pay necessary monthly expenses.

Divorce laws vary from state to state. Thus, a judge grants a request for temporary support based on the laws in your state. Also, a judge considers several other factors when approving such requests. First, if it shows that the requesting spouse has other income sources or savings that are enough to support him or her in his or her daily living, then the temporary support will not be entitled to that person simply because a need isn’t present.  Second, the judge determines… Read the rest

What to Look for in a Honolulu Attorney

Most individuals know how to find a doctor, but the need for legal support arises only occasionally. Even if friends or family recommend certain Honolulu lawyers, your needs may be different than theirs. So it may make sense to perform your own search to identify a  Honolulu attorney that fits your needs. Nothing replaces your own assessment of a firm to ensure it is compatible with your personal and legal needs.

The important traits of Honolulu attorneys

You need to do your homework when selecting an attorney who is most appropriate for your specific needs. The initial consultation is an excellent time to learn more about a Honolulu attorney. Be prepared to ask questions to learn more about qualifications in the following areas:

• Experience in local, state, and federal law:  While many areas of law—such as family law—are governed by state law, issues like immigration and bankruptcy are

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Divorce by Default Explained

When a couple gets married, it may not be an easy undertaking.  There is a ceremony and reception to plan, people to be invited, vendors to hire, and of course, a set of rings to choose (along with a couple of snappy ensembles).  But at least when you get to the altar there are two people engaged in the same course of action: they both want to say “I do”.  While some couples do decide mutually (and sometimes even amicably) to divorce, it is more often the case that one person wants to be rid of the commitment more than the other.  And this can cause an awful lot of holdups in the process.  So if you are one side of a couple involved in a divorce and the other person (your soon-to-be-ex spouse) refuses to participate, then the proceedings become a default divorce.  Here’s how you can work it… Read the rest

Tiger Woods Divorce Legal Troubles

Tiger Woods has been surrounded by legal difficulties, but more importantly, his golf game has suffered. The problems began for Tiger Woods when his marital infidelities came to light. After a car accident at his home and his wife allegedly smashing his car’s windows, Tiger walked away with a slap on the wrist. No formal charges were filed against him, he was given a small fine for reckless driving, and he received points on his drivers license. There were rumors of infidelity, but then his legal troubles truly began. More than 10 women came forward and claimed to have had intimate relationships with Tiger during his marriage. Tiger publicly admitted his infidelity and asked for forgiveness at a press conference, but the damage was done. Tiger and his wife began living separate lives and divorced.

Tiger took some time off from golf after his press conference. He was allegedly attending… Read the rest

Traps to Avoid in Drafting a Prenuptial Agreement

A prenuptial agreement is a legally-binding contract between two spouses drafted before they get married. Typically, a prenuptial agreement lays out how property acquired by each spouse before and during the marriage is to be divided in the event of divorce.

Every state has laws that provide a default system of how marital property is to be divided in the even of a divorce, but sometimes it results in an outcome that is not satisfactory to either spouse. However, this is simply the default – the rule that applies in the absence of an agreement stating otherwise. Almost every state allows the system to be modified by agreement of the spouses, made either before or after marriage.

There are two types of marital property systems in the U.S. – community property and separate property. Every state in the U.S. uses one or the other, though the details vary from state… Read the rest

Getting Along With Your Ex

Keeping things amicable between you and your ex is easier said than done. Aside from the fact that
the relationship was bad enough to warrant a divorce, most divorce proceedings tend to be drawn out,
ugly affairs. When the dust finally settles, you can find yourself even more upset with your ex now
that you’re apart than you ever were when you were married. If your divorce involves children, it is
important to get along with your ex so that you can set a good example for your children and maintain
your own sanity.

Give Your Ex the Benefit of the Doubt

Especially in the short term after a divorce, emotions are high and you and your ex are no doubt on the
defensive. You feel like every little thing they do that annoys you was done intentionally and their sole
purpose in… Read the rest