- Divorce
- Child SupportChild support is usually determined along with a divorce or paternity case. However, it may also be revised at a later time should there be a change in circumstances. Child support is determined by taking into account each parent’s...
- Child Custody and VisitationChild custody is often a component of divorce and paternity cases, although it may also be modified if there is a change of circumstances after the Court issues its first order in the case. A custody order can be revised if the parents agree that a different arrangement would work better for them and their children. Sometimes the Court can involuntarily change child custody when it is shown to a high degree of certainty that the present custody arrangement endangers the children.
- Adoption
- PaternityMany paternity cases are actually started by a county. When a mother has received medical assistance or other financial assistance from the government related to the pregnancy and birth or the support of a child after birth, the law requires that the county initiate a paternity action to get financial assistance from the father in supporting the child.
- GuardianshipA guardianship proceeding involves asking the Court to appoint an alternate decision maker for an adult who is incapable of managing their personal affairs. There are three general circumstances in which guardianship issues tend to arise...
- Spousal SupportIn a divorce, one party may be ordered to pay spousal maintenance (formerly called alimony) to the other for a period of time agreed to by the parties or determined by a judge. The amount and length of time maintenance is to be paid is determined after consideration of several factors, including each spouse’s...
- Legal SeparationA legal separation is similar to a divorce, except that the parties remain married. Property and debts are distributed and support issues are addressed. If there are minor children, custody and parenting time are required to be addressed. The parties are unable to remarry unless they later get a divorce, which can result in additional legal fees.
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