A prenuptial agreement can provide peace of mind and financial clarity before marriage. In Indiana, these agreements, often called "prenups," must meet certain requirements to be enforceable. Understanding these requirements is important to ensure the document is...
Family Law
What role does minor’s counsel play in family law?
Minor's counsel plays a critical role in family law, particularly in cases involving child custody and welfare. The court may appoint minor's counsel to ensure that the child's best interests are represented during legal proceedings. This independent attorney serves...
Impact of social media on family law cases
In the digital age, the influence of social media extends far beyond sharing photos and connecting with friends. It has become a double-edged sword in the realm of family law cases, where the virtual world can either be a valuable tool or a detrimental force. Digital...
Prenuptial agreements: The pros and cons
Prenuptial agreements are proactive pacts between soon-to-be spouses to protect their assets should a marriage end. Prenup numbers continue to grow year over year. However, one trend represents a new direction. What once was a male-dominated request is now becoming...
Tips for divorcing parents with special needs children
If you are a parent of a child with special needs, co-parenting can be incredibly challenging when getting a divorce in Indiana. Understanding the complexity of these cases is essential to crafting an equitable plan. Set a routine Children with special needs often...
Protecting yourself from your estranged spouse’s overspending
Marriages come with many difficulties, and some of the most trying involve finances. As a person attempts to share finances with an estranged spouse in Indiana, it can be easy to overlook some sources of spending. It is important for anyone with an estranged spouse to...
What are the biggest mistakes men make during divorce?
Traditionally, men in Indiana and elsewhere are taught they have to be strong and macho. As a result, they may act and react in certain ways in any given situation. This includes divorce, which is a time when men may commonly make certain mistakes. Not taking their...
Prenups in Indiana may not be as bad as you think
Some couples resist the idea of a prenup as they feel that it is unromantic to plan for a divorce. However, many in Indiana today have embraced prenuptial agreements for their many benefits. Prenups in Indiana Before a couple gets married in Indiana, they can choose...
How can you create a successful parenting plan after divorce?
Going through a divorce typically results in negative emotional experiences for all of the parties involved. When the divorcing couple shares children, the divorce and custody battles have the potential for prolonged and bitter Indiana family court proceedings....
Prenuptial agreements can be a pragmatic choice
One of the biggest worries that people in Indiana have about getting married is the fear of a divorce. It isn't so much having to admit that your marriage is coming to an end. It's the worry that looms over you as you contemplate losing all that you own. This worry...