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Rhode Island pet parents might be conflicted as to what happens to their pets after they get divorced. It's important to learn how the law handles pets during the divorce process. Why do divorced people argue over their pets? Increasingly, couples all around the...
It's not uncommon for a judge to decree that a Rhode Island couple’s home be sold as part of a divorce settlement. However, that doesn’t mean that the house will sell right away or for your desired sale price. There are several different things you can do if this...
A divorce can be emotional for your entire family. It can also be a challenge if you and your spouse own a Rhode Island business together. However, for such couples, it may be easier to transfer an ownership interest in the business to the other spouse as part of the...
If you are a parent living in Rhode Island and you need to work out a plan to share custody with the other parent, you may have wondered whether 50/50 joint custody is the best solution. This is often best for the child although there can be a few drawbacks....
When you file for divorce in Rhode Island, you'll have to figure out how to divide every property you own--including your house. If you're like most people, your first instinct might be to fight to keep the house. However, keeping the house could actually cause more...
Rhode Island residents who are getting ready to undergo divorce are likely concerned with who gets which marital assets. The reality of the situation is that assets are only one part of the battle. You'll need to also divide up your marital debt in a fair fashion....
If you're getting divorced in Rhode Island, this can be an understandably difficult time as you negotiate how to divide property. Here's how a few common assets get split during a typical divorce process. Properties During a divorce, property division can be a major...
Divorce can lead to major disruptions in your personal and professional life, especially if you and your former spouse own a business together in Rhode Island. In addition to having a lawyer facilitate the divorce, it may also be necessary to enlist the services of a...
Divorce can affect every part of your life in Rhode Island, including financial impacts that you may not think of at first. You have to come to an agreement with your spouse about these financial impacts in order to determine your future security. Continue reading for...
With the high cost of college in Rhode Island and throughout the country, many parents decide to start budgeting for college expenses early. Things can get a little complicated, though, when parents get a divorce before their child graduates from high school. If a...
