Lisa Scott Attorney

Are you concerned about what will happen to your children as a result of your divorce? We can explain custody laws in your state. The most common arrangement is joint custody, which is not always a 50-50 split, but does divide custody obligations between the parents.

The difference between a legal separation and a divorce can be confusing. Legal separation means you end the relationship officially and divide debt and assets as you would for a divorce, but you're still legally married. This choice makes sense for those who don't want to divorce for religious, personal, or financial reasons (such as if medical benefits are involved).

The biggest challenge in many divorces, after child custody is decided, is how to settle the financial obligations that the family may have. A solid mediation may be able to help you work through that log jam, and a good attorney will be able to help you find a mediator who can do it.

With a prenuptial agreement, spouses agree in advance on the way in which assets will be split in the event of a divorce. This can be a wise strategic move if one spouse is significantly wealthier than the other.

Mediation can be a simpler, less painful way to arrange for your divorce to be finalized. It can also be considerably less expensive in some cases, especially if your divorce is likely to be a complicated one.

Most divorce agreements cover several different issues involved in the divorce process. This typically includes (but is not limited to) spousal support or alimony, property division, child custody and visitation, and child support matters.

Property division can be one of the most contentious issues in a divorce. It’s recommended that you don’t sell any major assets during your divorce process. Such actions will only complicate proceedings and may make it more difficult for you in the eyes of the judge.

Have you been the victim of domestic violence? Based on your situation we can offer advice on a variety of options. One may include a protective court order that makes any further contact with you illegal.

Individuals seeking a divorce that do not hire a lawyer commonly make mistakes that require hearings to be rescheduled, whether the issue is missed deadlines or forms filled out incorrectly. This can force both parties to the divorce to miss additional time from work and to lose money.

While many people are tempted to represent themselves in their divorce or other family law case, this is generally not a good idea. It's a lot easier and faster to reach equitable agreements on distribution of assets (and debt) with an experienced family law attorney involved.

When you go to court for any legal matter, it's important to be represented by an expert. We have broad expertise in all areas of family law and can protect your legal rights.

What is a limited divorce? In this type of divorce, couples opt for a legal separation when they want to live apart but remain legally married. Some couples chose a trial limited divorce to give them time to assess the marriage and possible future permanent separation.