Rhode Island Family Law Blog
What are the main challenges of a gray divorce?
Divorce among people 50 and older has nearly tripled over the past 30 years. In 1990, one out of every 10 couples over 50 ended their marriage, while today more than one in four files for a so-called gray divorce. Taking that step can be especially challenging for...
How can I show that the other parent is unfit?
As a parent, your top priority will be to protect the interests of your child at all costs. If you share custody of your child with their other parent or if your child visits their other parent regularly, you will, of course, be invested in their safety and well-being...
Will equitable distribution benefit my divorce outcome?
The way that your assets are divided in your divorce will depend on the state that you are filing in. While some states distribute marital assets equitably, others recognize the legal theory of community property. If you are filing for a divorce in Rhode Island, your...
Child custody mediation as a solution for parents and kids
A child custody dispute can be one of the most drawn-out, heart-wrenching experiences parents face. Engaging in a custody battle can be exhausting and expensive. Can high-conflict custody litigation be avoided? Many family law courts and attorneys encourage...
Common factors that are considered when dividing property
In Rhode Island, marital property is not automatically divided 50-50 when a couple files for divorce. This is because the legal theory of community property is not recognized. Instead, equitable distribution is used to divide the property. This means that divorce...
What can I do if my spouse hasn’t paid alimony?
Once your divorce has been finalized, you'll probably feel like a weight has been lifted off your shoulders. Now that all the divorce agreements have been put into place, you can look forward to a fresh start. However, if your ex is not paying you the alimony payments...
How can I get more visitation time with my children?
The time spent with your children is likely to be the highlight of your day or week if you are a divorced parent. Unfortunately, many parents are not able to see their children as often as they would like. They may only be able to see their child on certain days or on...
Important questions to consider in the property division process
If you are going through a divorce, there will be many important processes that you will have to go through. For example, you may need to establish child custody, child support and alimony. In addition, you will need to divide all marital property, which can be a...
How can hidden assets and financial fraud affect your divorce?
Divorce brings about a multitude of emotions, such as anger, grief and worry. Additional feelings may include signs of distrust and a desire to beat your future ex-spouse in a divorce. Making sure they show all their assets helps ensure you’re treated equitably...
Factors considered when awarding alimony in Rhode Island
When a couple goes through a divorce, it means that they not only separate physically and emotionally but financially, too. Financial separation can be one of the most complex issues in a divorce because spouses are likely to have become financially intertwined over...
