Many New Hampshire families have been facing crises in their homes over the past several years. Some spouses whose marriages have been on the rocks have decided that it’s best for everyone involved if they go their separate ways. For those who are parents, filing for...
Choose child custody terms carefully
When you informed your children that you and your spouse were filing for a divorce, they each may have reacted in their own unique ways. While such news sparks a lot of changes in a child’s life, there are steps you can take from the start to make sure they have the...
How are fights over pets resolved in divorce?
Some New Hampshire households include families who have pets. There are also many married couples who do not have children but do have dogs or cats. When spouses decide to file for divorce, disputes may arise if the couple in question disagrees about who should keep...
January is a “big divorce month”
Many married couples in New Hampshire who are struggling to keep their relationships intact agree to set their differences aside during the holidays. Especially for those who have children, it often seems a logical choice to put relationship problems on a back burner...
Child custody court order is not just a piece of paper
When a pair of New Hampshire parents file for divorce, they must come to an agreement regarding issues that pertain to their children. Once they have achieved this goal, the court issues a child custody order to which both parents must adhere at all times. Trouble may...
Financial implications to consider in a divorce
Before 2021 comes to a close, it is likely that numerous New Hampshire spouses will decide to move on in life without their respective spouses. Those who file for divorce will want to be certain that they clearly understand the financial implications of their...
3 Tips to avoid finance trouble in divorce
Like most states, New Hampshire operates under equitable property guidelines when the court divides marital property between spouses. Known as “property division proceedings,” this is part of the typical process a pair of spouses must navigate when they divorce....
Update on Gates divorce
An earlier post on this blog reported on a statement from Bill Gates that he and his spouse of 27 years, Melinda, were headed for divorce. It was Melinda Gates who filed a petition to divorce in May, stating that her marriage was “irretrievably broken,” an issue to...
Am I going to lose my dog in divorce?
Owning a pet often turns out to be about a lot more than just hosting an animal in your home. You might even consider your dog part of your family. Unfortunately, now that you are going through a divorce, you are probably realizing that the law sees him or her very...
Avoid summer break child custody problems
New Hampshire has a lot to offer for summer fun for families. From traveling the famous Kancamagus Highway for a scenic route to visiting Hampton Beach, parents and kids alike can find adventure and excitement throughout the state during summer break. For parents who...
