Seeking child support and custody can feel overwhelming, especially when emotions and uncertainty are involved. Many parents enter this process without fully understanding how decisions are made or what courts expect. Learning the key facts early can help you stay...
Rhode Island Family Law Blog
The divorce rate has tripled for couples over 65
The divorce rate for the Baby Boomer generation has been rising for decades. This is most notable among those who are over 65 years old. When comparing divorce rates from the 1990s to today, the rate for this age group in particular has tripled. This trend is part of...
3 options for business owners going through a divorce
A divorce can be fairly complicated for a couple that owns a business together. This means that the business is a marital asset, and they both have a right to it. But at the same time, it is much more complex to divide than something like a bank account, which can...
Professional valuations can help simplify complex divorces
Every divorce is complex in its own way, but some divorces are far more challenging for people to navigate than others. High-asset divorces tend to be among the most complex. As the marital estate increases in overall value and the assets become more diversified, the...
3 ways to split cryptocurrencies during a divorce in Rhode Island
You built a life with your spouse. Together, you bought a home, saved for retirement and invested in cryptocurrency. But now, as your marriage ends, you face a difficult question. What happens to your digital assets? If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. Many...
How does parental alienation affect custody orders?
Some custody cases are straightforward. Parents work together to put aside their differences for the benefit of their shared children. They negotiate terms for dividing time and authority. Other times, parents let their anger about their relationship with one another...
Can job loss result in an early end of alimony obligations?
Divorcing spouses have plenty to fight about during divorce proceedings. Often, disputes relate primarily to economic issues. People disagree over how to divide their property and financial obligations. In cases where one spouse earns far more than the other or has...
Can your spouse force you to leave the house during a divorce?
Your marriage is heading toward divorce, and your spouse has recently filed the divorce petition. This is not necessarily something that you wanted, but you know you cannot prevent a divorce from taking place. You are going to respond to the petition and move forward...
The 2 sides of child custody
When parents are going through a divorce, debates over child custody rights are fairly common. Courts often prefer to use shared custody, keeping both parents involved, but parents themselves might prefer sole custody. During these disputes, one important thing to...
3 things you should never do in a high-conflict divorce
High-conflict divorces are emotionally draining. Disagreements over custody, finances or property can escalate quickly and create lasting tension. One poor decision can make the process harder or weaken your position in court. Knowing what to avoid can help you stay...

