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 alternative dispute resolution (ADR) negotiations to facilitate a voluntary custody agreement between parents.
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.
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 that they were ordered to, this dream of a fresh start may quickly turn into a nightmare.
