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 Family Law Blog
What happens to marital debt in a divorce?
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....
How to split up three high-valued assets during a divorce
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...
Top tips for creating a co-parenting plan
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?...
Medical coverage requirements in child support cases
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...
What business owners need to know about divorce
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...
What are hidden assets in a divorce?
When you file for divorce in Rhode Island, you and your estranged spouse will have to lay all your assets on the table. This doesn't just include obvious assets like properties and savings accounts--it includes anything that has value or could generate income. If you...
How to deal with a high-conflict parent
Once you've finalized your divorce in Rhode Island, many parenting guides recommend keeping in touch with your former spouse. Unfortunately, doing so isn't always the best option. If they keep causing conflict or trying to turn your child against you, you might have...
Tips to prepare for a child support and custody battle
Divorces don't just split up two spouses; the process divides spouses' finances, parenting rights, residences and much more. In general, Rhode Island courts encourage former spouses to come up with co-parenting agreements on their own, but amicable child custody isn't...
Dividing property and retirement accounts during divorce
If you are contemplating divorce in Rhode Island, then you may be wondering how to divide retirement accounts and property fairly. Both spouses own all assets acquired during a marriage in Rhode Island, so they must be divided equitably. There are four choices...

