147 articles on "divorce"

Abused Spouses: How Divorce May Affect Your Green Card Chances

Abused Spouses: How Divorce May Affect Your Green Card Chances by: Heather L. Poole The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), passed into law in 1994 and amended in 2001, provides hope for immigrant abuse survivors. Under U.S. immigration law, immi...

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Divorce Mediation A Relatively Speedy and Low Cost Alternative

Divorce Mediation A Relatively Speedy and Low Cost Alternative by: Nathan Dawson Is it possible to have an easy divorce? A low cost divorce? Or do all divorce settlements necessarily end in hard feelings and financial ruin? The truth is that div...

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Should I Get Divorced in England or Abroad?

In order for a divorce to be granted in the UK, it must be validly brought under UK jurisdiction. Broadly speaking if a foreign national is UK resident they can apply for a divorce under the UK jurisdiction. The European Community ('EC') ha...

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Houston Divorce Lawyer Answers Common Questions About Mediation

Houston Divorce Lawyer Answers Common Questions About Mediation by: Marilyn Gale Vilyus If you are reading this, then you are probably either thinking of filing for divorce or have a feeling that your spouse may be filing for divorce whether y...

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Divorce Coping With The Family Law Process

The EmotionsDivorce is a scary, lonely and misunderstood process for most people, particularly when there are children involved. The mutual friends enjoyed during the marriage may not be of help because those individuals may not want to "pick a side....

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Do you Fear a Divorce Because you Have an Autistic Child?

I have visited with many parents and caregivers who have children with autism. Many of them fear divorce because their child is autistic. It is easy to ignore the emotions you are feeling, when you have been given the news your child is autistic. Due...

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Does Living In A Loveless Marriage Necessarily Mean That You Should Get A Divorce?

Does Living In A Loveless Marriage Necessarily Mean That You Should Get A Divorce? by: Karl Augustine Being in a loveless marriage is a frustrating predicament, but it may not necessarily mean that a divorce is eminent. Solving the quandary of a...

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Prenuptial Agreements

Prenuptial Agreements by: Johnette Duff "Til death do us part" is still the language used in most weddings. Couples enter marriage with the hope of making a lifetime commitment. If this goal is not reached or if a spouse dies, the desire to be a...

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False Start

False Start by: Wayne and Tamara Direct Answers - Column for the week of July 7, 2003. I was married three months ago, and I think I may have married the wrong woman. What do I mean when I say that? I thought I was in love, and while I have stro...

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Becoming One Financially

Becoming One Financially by: Nathan Dawson When we think of marriage, most of us like to be romantic about it. Marriage brings images of engagement rings and a big white triple-layer cake. Nobody wants to talk about money management, prenuptials...

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