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Marriage and Divorce Help Guides

What States Allow Common Law Marriage?

This is a little known fact: although you probably hear about common law marriage a lot, only a handful of states even allow common law marriage anymore, and the number that do allow it keeps decreasing as those states realize common law......

How Courts Determine the Validity of Prenuptial Agreements

Where shall we live? Shall we have children? How many children shall we have? How do you feel about pets? I love cats; are you allergic to cats? These are just a few topics that couples talk about in contemplation of their marriage and their future together. One topic they often avoid is how to deal with their finances; not only how they will deal with them...

The "Second Look" Test

According to a survey published by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), “the millennial generation might become synonymous with selfies, social media, and prenups.” The emphasis on prenuptial agreements (prenups) is likely because millennials are getting married at later ages than couples in previous years. They have already accumulat...

Essential Estate Planning Updates to Make After You Get Divorced

Divorce holds considerable implications not only for your financial future, but also for the future of your loved ones and even your medical care. To that end, it is imperative that you revisit your estate plan as soon as you seek divorce or separation. Keep the following estate planning considerations in mind as you proceed with your divorce. Befor...

Including a Sunset Clause in Your Prenuptial Agreement

Robert Peterson and Laurie Sykes fell in love and decided to get married. Three days before their wedding, Robert suggested they sign a premarital agreement and Laurie agreed. As part of that agreement, they included a sunset clause, which provided a date certain upon which the prenuptial agreement (prenup) would expire. The specific language stated...

The McCourt Postnuptial Agreement Case

When well-known public figures get divorced, journalists often report on a prenuptial agreement that may make the property settlement easy. Not too long ago, when country singers Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert decided to end their marriage, the Oklahoma court proceedings hardly caught the attention of the press. In fact, the divorce was finalized...

Everything You Need to Know about Postnuptial Agreements

Many people have heard of prenuptial agreements, but they are surprised to learn that there is also another similar type of legal document called a postnuptial agreement. A postnuptial agreement, which is sometimes also referred to as a......

Prenuptial Agreements: Everything You Need to Know

If you are thinking about popping the question or have already got engaged, one of the things that you should consider is getting a prenuptial agreement. Deciding whether this is a good idea or not depends largely on your personal situation.......

Filing for Divorce

Attorney vs. No Attorney Although a divorce attorney can be helpful, they are not required. Many people opt to handle the divorce on their own or through a neutral third-party mediator. Divorce attorneys are most useful when there are issues......

How to Create a Divorce Settlement Agreement

Using a Divorce Settlement Agreement Going through a divorce can be a stressful and difficult process. Luckily, our divorce settlement agreement makes this process as straightforward and painless as possible. These instructions will help you......