Can My Ex Take My Retirement or Pension in a Divorce?
Your ex can take part of your retirement or pension benefits if you received or earned them during the years of your marriage. This means any retirement or pension benefits that you accumulated before the marriage, or after the divorce is finalized, belong only to you, and your ex cannot take any of it. However,…
Read MoreWhat Does a “Temporary Order” Mean in Terms of My Divorce?
A divorce is a complex and emotionally challenging process involving the legal dissolution of a marriage. During the course of a divorce, you and your spouse must address numerous issues, ranging from property division and financial matters to child custody and support arrangements. In the state of Tennessee, the court system recognizes the need to…
Read MoreCan I Sponsor My Family If I Only Have a Green Card?
It is understandable that you would like to bring your family member to the United States as families enjoy being close and sharing memories together. However, you should keep in mind that sponsoring your family can be a difficult and complex process. You will likely need to meet specific eligibility and legal requirements in order…
Read MoreHow Can I Seek Sole Custody of My Child in New Orleans?
If you are going through a divorce or ending a long-term relationship where a child is involved, you may be considering seeking sole custody for your child. While you may be curious how this process works, it is crucial that you keep in mind that most of the time these custody battles become stressful, frustrating,…
Read MoreShould I File for Divorce If I’ve Already Filed for Bankruptcy?
People often have questions regarding divorce and bankruptcy: “Should I file for divorce if I’ve already filed for bankruptcy?” and “Should I file for bankruptcy during divorce proceedings?” In all situations, divorce comes with significant financial impact for most people, and even in the most ideal of scenarios, it can be difficult to know which…
Read MoreYour “Post-Divorce Paperwork” Checklist
Once your divorce is complete, you may be ready to start living your life. Yet, before you can officially move along on that path, you will need to complete some changes to documentation. Your post-divorce paperwork checklist, as we like to call it, includes a list of things to do now that you have your…
Read MoreWhy Should You Hire a Louisiana Social Security Disability Lawyer?
You are facing an incredible change in your life. You have to file for Social Security Disability because your illness or injury has made it impossible for you to continue to work. You know there’s a website you can use, and the process seems simple. That is one of the biggest misconceptions, though. Trying to…
Read MoreDo Children Get a Choice When It Comes to Custody?
The decision of divorce or separation often comes with a lot of secondary decisions, including what happens to the children. A small child isn’t able to understand what’s occurring, nor that they have an option of where to live. Yet, what happens when a child is older and does understand? Do children get a choice…
Read MoreHow Long Does It Take to Get Divorced in New Orleans?
You have made the decision to get divorced. You may be ready for this part of your life to be over and a thing of the past. However, there is the legal process to keep in mind. Many people have numerous questions about the divorce process, which we can answer for you here and during…
Read MoreProtecting Your Digital Assets During a Divorce: Social Media, Email, and Online Accounts
With the increasing reliance on digital technology, it has become crucial to address the protection of digital assets during divorce proceedings. In a culture where a significant percentage of our social and business interactions are conducted publicly via social media, email, and other online communication platforms, safeguarding these assets becomes of great importance. What steps…
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