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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...
Many Rhode Island marriages end because of misconduct such as domestic violence, abandonment, substance abuse, or adultery. One question that many people have is if they are still obligated to pay alimony to their ex-spouses when the latter were at fault. Another...
If you get a divorce in Rhode Island, you may be able to keep your separate property instead of having it divided. If you have a prenuptial agreement that has been prepared correctly, this will make the process easier and more straightforward. However, there are other...
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....
After your Rhode Island divorce, you may consider moving for new employment and housing opportunities. If you have children and have primary custody, you may think you are able to make all the final decisions about the specifics of your move. However, depending on...
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...
If you're sharing custody of your children with your ex in Rhode Island, there are a few tips to follow to ensure that you're both satisfied with the details of your arrangement. This means writing down a co-parenting plan. What should be in your co-parenting plan?...
When estranged or divorced Rhode Island couples go through child custody disputes, the courts will normally order the non-custodial parents to pay child support to the custodial parents. In addition to child support, the non-custodial parents may also be ordered to...
