Family Law Blog
How Domestic Violence Could Impact Your Divorce in Maine
Divorces are rarely straightforward, but in marriages where domestic violence is or has been a factor, the matter becomes even more complicated. If a spouse, other family member or individual residing in the same household has been a victim of physical abuse, sexual abuse, stalking, emotional abuse, or another ...
What to Know Before Starting the Divorce Process in Maine
Before starting a divorce in Maine, becoming acquainted with some of the basic requirements and items to prepare for a divorce in the state can make the process as smooth as possible. The eligibility requirements, costs, time it takes, and whether to hire a lawyer are all important considerations ...
Learn About Your Family Rights in Maine
Family rights refer to the rights and responsibilities of parents. In Maine, these rights are rigorously protected by law. When parents' divorce or separate, the family rights remain, but parents must work out a way to share the rights and responsibilities in the best interests of the children, which ...
Is Common Law Marriage Recognized in Maine?
Common law marriage is not recognized under Maine law. This means that disputes over debts, assets/property, or any other matters concerning the end of the relationship will not be handled in the same manner as spouses in a divorce. However, this does not mean that if you have lived ...
Calculating Child Support Payments in Maine
When couples with children separate in Maine, the matters of parenting and child support are high on the list of issues to resolve. How much child support must be paid to whom are important questions that the Maine courts want to see settled in the best interests of the ...
Signs Your Separation Could Lead to Reconciliation
Going through difficult times in a marriage is almost inevitable at some point. When this happens, there are several ways of dealing with the situation. Some couples try to tough it out and see if they can come through with their marriage intact, some choose to live apart during ...
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