For married couples, purchasing a home is often part of realizing the American dream. After all, not only do houses tend to appreciate over time, but they also often constitute a couple’s most valuable asset. In New Hampshire, divorcing spouses typically receive an...
What are the most common months for divorce filings?
The timing of a couple's divorce may come as a surprise to those who know them. Perhaps they were especially good at hiding their issues from family and friends. Overall, there is a seasonality to divorce filings. There are some times of the year where family law...
Do I need a reason to file for divorce?
When it comes time to bring about the legal termination of your marriage, the court may not need to know the reasons. New Hampshire allows no-fault and at-fault divorce filings. Find out the difference between the two and decide for yourself if one better suits your...
Enforcing child support payments
Child support is often a major concern for parents adjusting to the new normal after a divorce. Recent data from the Office of Child Support Enforcement shows that 1 in 5 children in the United States benefits from some form of child support payment. Given how a...
Watch out for these signs your marriage may be coming to an end
No matter how unhappy you are in your marriage, it is almost always difficult to make that final decision to end such an important relationship. The process becomes even more complicated if you have children, friends and assets that must be cared for and distributed....
Divorce, property division and taxes: Three tips for success
Going through a divorce is an emotional roller coaster. This is true whether the divorce is amicable or contentious. Divorce is never easy. Although you may not be at your best during this process, it is important to keep in mind that the final divorce settlement will...
FAQs about child custody in New Hampshire
Going through a divorce is like preparing for a hurricane. You may see it coming for weeks, or it may sneak in and surprise you in a matter of days. However the storm approaches, it can do serious damage if you are not prepared. One step to take when preparing for the...
