- DivorceBasically, the higher the level of conflict the more money it is going to cost you. Uncontested divorces are the least expensive while highly contested cases that end up in trial are the most expensive.
- Child SupportMost debts are discharged by filing bankruptcy. This includes credit cards, loans, and medical debts. Some debts, however, are not discharged. These include most student loans, certain taxes, child support and maintenance, and debts incurred by fraud or with a false financial statement.
- Child Custody and Visitation
- Spousal Support“Bad behavior” usually only matters as it affects the children directly in a custody action. Financially, it only matters when the bad behavior resulted in the loss of marital money, such as gambling away family monies that could potentially be alimony or maintenance.
- BankruptcyA Chapter 7 bankruptcy gets rid of your debt. Although you cannot get rid of certain debts (like child support), most people get rid of all debts.