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Once all issues concerning the divorce settlement have been reached to the satisfaction of both parties, the divorce attorneys document the spouses’ responsibilities and rights following dissolution of the marriage, for instance, concerning agreements made regarding support and custody.

Is it helpful for your marriage if you bond with the in-laws? A 2012 University of Michigan concluded that when men were close with their in-laws they decreased their divorce chances by 20 percent. Interestingly, when women are close to their in-laws that increases their chances of getting divorced by 20 percent.

There are three general rules that must be followed by your family law attorney in executing a prenuptial agreement. The contract generally must be in writing, be entered into voluntarily by both parties and not be unconscionable.

It’s important to remember that not all states allow for no-fault divorces and require grounds for the divorce. Since an amicable split may mean that no party is truly at fault, it’s a good idea to hire an attorney to help you determine the grounds for the divorce.

Asking for help before your marriage breaks up may not have worked- but you can have the necessary help once the worst has happened. That can be offered by an attorney who can work through the paperwork with you and help you prepare the case that will get you your best settlement.

It’s important to remember that no child custody arrangement necessarily has to be a permanent situation. If your children have recently expressed their desire to live with you instead, we may be able to help you make that a legal reality.

According to historians, the first person to be granted a divorce in America was Anne Clarke of Massachusetts. Though divorce at the time was rarely allowed, Clarke actually had a signed affidavit in which her husband admitted he abandoned her to be with another woman. The divorce likely would not have been granted otherwise.