When people divorce, there are many uncertainties about the next chapter. They need to consider where they will live, whether they will need to get a new job, and what they will do with their newfound freedom. There can be a lot to experience, as well as some...
Family Law
A Divorce Agreement Do-Over, Just in the Nick of Time
The situation: A woman, who had been divorced 10 months earlier, came to Dave Meier wanting to get a lien on her husband's home because he hadn't paid her what he had promised to pay in the divorce. Unfortunately, the woman had not had her own attorney during the...
Should you consider divorce mediation?
Some people who contemplate divorce delay making a decision only because they are apprehensive about commencing litigation, which can be a long, sometimes hostile, and often expensive process. Fortunately, a full-blown trial is not always necessary, and many couples...
How your Digital Data can Affect your Divorce
People going through divorce typically prioritize protection: protection of themselves, their assets, and their future. Unfortunately, there are common missteps people make that jeopardize the very things they want to protect. For instance, your digital data and...
The Dos and Don’ts of Addressing Property Division in Divorce
If you are getting divorced, it can be very difficult to know what to expect and what steps you should take to protect yourself, especially when you have never been in this situation before. While this can be overwhelming, there are some general dos and don'ts that...