Family Legal Matters
Navigate your family's ups and downs. Learn everything from what to consider before getting married or adopting to how to have an amicable divorce and settle on child support. 
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What Is a Character Letter for a Child Custody Hearing?
In a child custody court hearing, a character letter is an important tool the courts use to help decide which parent gets custody of the child.
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Am I Responsible for My New Spouse's Back Child Support?
Thinking of marrying someone who owes back child support? Understand how child support works so you can protect your personal property and future income.
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What Happens at an Emergency Custody Hearing?
An emergency child custody hearing is a rush hearing on a custody issue that has an immediate effect on your child's well-being. Here's what to expect from the process.
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Can Child Support Payments Be Garnished from an Unemployment Check?
If you have a valid child support order and you lose your job, your state can deduct child support payments from your unemployment check. Understanding how your state operates will give you the proper direction if you lose your job.
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What Can Happen to Me if I Remarry Before Getting a Divorce?
If you remarry before getting a divorce, many states consider this bigamy and you could be subject to criminal and civil consequences.
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How to Stop a Divorce After the Papers Have Been Filed
There are a couple different ways you can stop a divorce after the papers have been filed if you were the one to initiate the divorce proceedings. Follow these steps in order to do so.
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What Is a Contested Divorce? A Legal Overview
A contested divorce is when spouses disagree on significant issues (such as alimony or child custody) and rely on the court to decide their divorce terms.
· 8 min read
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How to Get a Legal Name Change in Illinois
To change your name in Illinois, you'll need to complete at least three easy forms. An attorney can help you prepare these documents.
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How to File for Divorce in Nevada
Can you use Nevada’s summary divorce procedure? Learn about the residency requirements and procedures for dissolving your marriage. Find out more about Nevada divorce laws, including grounds for divorce, community property division, alimony, and child support and custody.
· 6 min read
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Can You Legally Adopt an Adult?
Yes. Adult adoption provides a path for two adults to form a legal parent-child relationship, even though the adoptee is 18 or older. Learn more about the legal process.
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