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In order for your custody arrangement to work, both you and your ex must follow the orders laid out by the court. This is often easier said than done, especially if your spouse is lax about maintaining visitation schedules. Co-parenting with your ex is challenging...
When a couple divorces, Rhode Island divides their property through its equitable distribution laws. Each spouse can reasonably expect to receive a fair share of the marital property. This does not necessarily mean half. When a divorce involves taking ownership of...
Past posts on this blog detailed how your 401(k) account becomes subject to property division during your divorce proceedings in Rhode Island. Depending on how close you may be to retiring, this may have a significant impact on your retirement plans. It may also...
Usually, families end up with a co-parenting situation after divorce. This is because having both parents involved with actively raising a child is usually in the best interests of the child. There are exceptions, but co-parenting is generally best. However,...
Whether you recently lost your job or are struggling to pay child support for any other reason, sometimes a modification is in order. However, not all modifications are immediately accepted. Learning what to do when confronted with a rejection for a change in the...
Alimony is a payment from one spouse to the other for continued financial support after the end of a marriage. The court does not always grant these payments in every case. According to the Rhode Island Bar Association, the court may determine you should receive...
Resolving how much you will receive in alimony may give you great relief. You might feel that your spouse will give you enough in support that should sustain your needs going forward. However, your alimony amount may not matter if your spouse were to die within a few...
When your marriage comes to an end, the time you will receive with your children is likely your primary concern. Rhode Island law requires both parents to have legal visitation with minor children except in limited circumstances. Before negotiating a parenting...
Many divorcing couples in Providence may believe that the end of their formal divorce proceedings also marks the end of their association. Yet that is rarely the case (particularly if they have children together). They must continue to coordinate their efforts in...
For many divorcing couples, their retirement savings may be their most significant financial asset that must be addressed during their divorce negotiations. A retirement account is held in one person's name only yet is commonly split in a divorce. Some people may...
