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When you get divorced, the idea of keeping the marital home can provide genuine stability during upheaval. That emotional pull makes sense, and for some people, keeping the house can be the right choice. The key is making that decision with your eyes wide open to what...
Life insurance with cash value can become a significant part of property division in a Rhode Island divorce. In higher-asset cases, a whole life or universal life policy may carry accumulated value that the court treats as part of the marital estate. Understanding how...
If your former spouse starts living with a new romantic partner, you may wonder whether your alimony payments can be stopped or reduced. The short answer is: not automatically. Cohabitation alone usually is not enough to end alimony. The court will look at whether the...
Raising a child with someone you are not married to can bring important questions about your role in their life. You may wonder whether you can share decision-making, spend regular time with your child or create a stable schedule that works for your family. In Rhode...
If your ex-spouse recently received a large raise or promotion, you may wonder whether your alimony award should change. Under Rhode Island law, a court may modify an alimony order when a party shows a substantial change in circumstances after the original order was...
When you're going through a divorce, privacy takes on new meaning. You want to feel safe and protected, especially when it seems like your whole life is being scrutinized by outsiders. Because privacy can be so important, it's crucial to think about the devices that...
Hard work at a growing company often brings more than a paycheck. Many Rhode Island professionals earn part of their compensation as company stock that remains unvested. If your marriage ends before those shares become yours, can your spouse still claim part of them?...
A child custody dispute is one of the most stressful and overwhelming experiences a parent could ever face. In Rhode Island, the court determines custody and visitation based on the “best interest of the child” standard. Understanding the court system requires careful...
If the upcoming school year will be the first for your child since you and your spouse separated or divorced, you’ve got a lot on your mind. Even if you have a school year parenting schedule and child support agreement in place, there are other matters that can’t be...
For many parents, raising children becomes the central focus of daily life for years or even decades. School events, sports practices, family vacations and the countless responsibilities of parenthood can leave little time to think about a spousal relationship itself....
