May the provisions in a divorce decree be changed afterwards?
Q: May the provisions in a divorce decree be changed afterwards? A: Post-decree modification usually does not occur unless there is a provision in the separation agreement to do so; unless one of the parties commits fraud, wields undue influence or makes a misrepresentation; or to correct mutual mistakes. Child support may be modified based... Read More
What is a legal separation?
Q: What is a legal separation? A: A separation occurs when a couple voluntarily lives apart. Depending on the state, either one or both parties must consent. A judicial separation is a decree by the court that the parties are living separately; this agreement may contain specifics on child custody, child support, spousal maintenance and... Read More
What are the requirements for filing a petition for divorce?
Q: What are the requirements for filing a petition for divorce? A: The requirements for filing a petition for divorce vary for each state. Each state has residency and domicile requirements. That means one of the parties must have been a resident or domiciliary of the state for a specified period of time prior to... Read More
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