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Child Custody Divorce and Separation

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Family Law

What is child custody?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

Child custody is the court-ordered arrangement that sets who makes major decisions for a child and where the child lives. In most cases, custody addresses two areas: legal custody (decision-making) and physical custody (residential time). This article explains custody types and how orders work after separation or divorce. Understanding Child Custody Child custody refers to […]

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Child Support Law Divorce & Separation

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Family Law

What is child support?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

Child support is a court-ordered payment one parent makes to the other to help cover a child’s basic living expenses after separation or divorce. It helps pay for essentials like housing, food, clothing, medical care, and education so both parents share financial responsibility. This article explains what child support is, what it covers, and how […]

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Divorce Law Family Law

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Spousal Support Law

What is spousal support?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

Spousal support (alimony) is court-ordered financial support one spouse pays the other during separation or after divorce, and it can be temporary or long-term. Courts typically consider income, earning capacity, marital standard of living, and marriage length when setting amount and duration. This article explains the purpose of spousal support and how it’s determined. Spousal […]

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Divorce & Separation Law Family Law

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Spousal Support (Alimony) Law

What is alimony?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

Alimony is court-ordered spousal support where one spouse pays the other after divorce or legal separation to help maintain a reasonable standard of living. It’s intended to reduce unfair financial hardship when one spouse earned less or sacrificed career opportunities during the marriage. This article explains why alimony exists, common types, and how courts decide […]

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Divorce Law Family Law

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Uncontested Divorce

What is uncontested divorce?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

An uncontested divorce is a divorce where both spouses agree on 100% of the key issues—property division, child custody, child support, and spousal support—so there’s no trial. The couple typically submits a written settlement agreement for court approval, which can reduce time, stress, and expense. This article explains how it works, what it covers, and […]

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Divorce and Family Law Divorce Litigation

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Matrimonial Law

What is contested divorce?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

A contested divorce is when spouses can’t agree on at least 1 major issue, so a judge must decide. It usually takes longer and costs more than an uncontested divorce because it involves motions, hearings, and evidence. This article covers common contested issues like property division, custody, support, and the court process. A contested divorce […]

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Divorce & Separation Domestic Relations

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Family Law

What is no-fault divorce?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

A no-fault divorce lets spouses end a marriage without proving misconduct, typically by stating “irreconcilable differences” or an “irretrievable breakdown.” It generally reduces conflict and focuses the case on property division, support, and parenting issues instead of blame. This article explains how no-fault divorce works, common grounds used, and what to expect in the process. […]

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Divorce & Separation Domestic Relations

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Family Law

What is annulment?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

An annulment is a court judgment that declares a marriage legally invalid from the beginning—treating it as though it never existed. It differs from divorce, which ends a valid marriage, and it generally requires proving a specific legal ground under your state’s law. This article explains the definition, how annulment differs from divorce, common grounds, […]

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Divorce & Separation Law Domestic Relations Law

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Family Law

What is legal separation?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

Legal separation is a court-approved arrangement where spouses live apart while remaining legally married. It can set binding terms for child custody, property division, and financial support without ending the marriage like a divorce. This article explains how legal separation works, its benefits and limits, and what issues a court order can cover. Legal separation […]

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Divorce Law Family Law

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Matrimonial Law

What is divorce?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

Divorce is the legal process that ends a marriage and changes both spouses’ status back to single. It typically involves a court order addressing issues like property division, support, and child custody where applicable. This article explains the basic definition of divorce, how the process works, and key terms to know. Divorce is the legal […]

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Business Litigation Consumer Fraud

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White Collar Criminal Defense

What is fraud?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

Fraud is intentional deception used to gain an unfair benefit or cause harm, and it typically requires 5 elements: a false statement, knowledge, intent, reliance, and damages. It can involve lies or hiding key facts to induce someone to act. This article explains fraud in plain terms, outlines the elements, and gives common examples. Understanding […]

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Civil Litigation Property Law

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Torts

What is conversion?

March 26, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

Conversion is a civil tort where someone wrongfully takes, uses, or controls another person’s personal property without permission. It’s often described as “civil theft” because the remedy is typically money damages (and sometimes return of the property) rather than jail. This article explains the definition, key elements, common examples, and available legal remedies. Conversion is […]

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