Student loans are spelling divorce
It’s not all situations, but financial ruin is easily one of the top reasons for divorce. With the number of student loans higher than in previous years, it is more and more a contribution to long-term financial issues. Ben Luthi of Student Loan Hero reports on the very issue of the
Divorce: Domestic violence
Not uncommon, domestic violence is a harsh reality in some divorce cases. Nobody is ever lucky in a divorce situation, but those that have to endure domestic violence are even more unfortunate. US Daily Review includes the following affected by domestic violence: child custody, child support, spousal support, and property division. Child
Divorce: Children with special needs
Divorce itself can be stressful, but child disability can create a more complicated situation. Every situation is different, but a lot of care has to be given to ensure that a child with special needs can live a safe happy life. Minoti Rajput of Friendship Circle states: “the ongoing challenges of
The millennial prenup: Playing it safe
It’s important to play it In this day and age, almost everybody has heard of a prenup. What is it, exactly? A prenup, or prenuptial agreement is a “written contract created by two people before they are married. A prenup typically lists all of the property each person owns (as well
What is family law
You might have heard the term “family law” before, but what does it entail and how does it apply to you? There are many angles to this type of law, the most common issues centering around divorce and child support. Rachel Pinder of Rush PR News gives great descriptions of the
Child custody what you need to know
Another area of the law we specialize in at Southern Oaks Law is child custody. The term joint custody can either refer to joint physical/legal custody or joint legal custody. In the unfortunate case of “shared custody agreements in case of parental alienation”, as stated by Neva Franklin of Business News Articles,
Choosing a divorce lawyer over online forms
It’s no secret that computers are becoming increasingly essential to numerous aspects of our lives. In this modern age of social media, we are using technology as a communication tool to interact with others. As you are reading this, you’re on either a desktop, tablet, or mobile device. Despite how
Divorce: Property problems and what to do
When a relationship ends, there are often more problem layers than appear on the surface. Property problems are among those layers. When a couple is doing financially well, they may decide to buy some real estate with their new boost of income. Of course, any type of investment carries some
Choosing a family law attorney
Choosing the best legal representative is critical to the success of your case. At Southern Oaks, one of our specialties is family law. This includes areas such as child custody, child support, divorce, and adoption. While advice and support is important from family members or friends, it’s especially important to
Family law: Trust an expert
Divorce, marriage, child support, and adoptions. These are all areas that fall into the category of family law. Like any painful or complicated matter, many try tackling these areas on their own. However, it’s important to confide in legal assistance when dealing with these matters. According to Diane Emery of Suburbia Unwrapped,