Posted by The Peck Law Firm Divorce Lawyers | Property Division
Most people call qualified plans pensions. Employers contribute to the plan while the employee still works for them. Employees sometimes contribute to these plans, too. A 401(k) is a perfect example of a qualified plan. A non-qualified deferred compensation plan, on the other hand, is not paid into at the time of the person’s employment. …
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Posted by The Peck Law Firm Divorce Lawyers | Divorce
All marital assets are subject to property division during the divorce process. Marital assets are those which are acquired by a couple during the marriage. If one party had the retirement account before the marriage, it is considered a separate asset. If the retirement account was started after the marriage, it is considered marital property …
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Posted by The Peck Law Firm Divorce Lawyers | Divorce
Divorce does not have to break you financially. If you are considering a divorce, the following four ideas may help you reduce the cost. A skilled divorce attorney can help provide you with more information as well. Consider Alternative Dispute Resolution Starting the divorce process, you may envision a long and bitter courtroom battle. Fortunately, …
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Posted by The Peck Law Firm Divorce Lawyers | Divorce
Embarrassment should never be part of divorce. For some, these feelings may prevent them from pursuing a divorce, even when it may be in their best interests. If you worried about embarrassment, don’t hesitate to speak with a dedicated attorney to learn more about what to expect. Much of the Population is Divorced You may …
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Posted by The Peck Law Firm Divorce Lawyers | Divorce for Women
Fear should never be the reason you stay. The following includes very realistic fears that keep some women in bad marriages. A skilled attorney can help you understand what to expect and how to mitigate these throughout each step of the process. Divorce Will Hurt the Kids If your first thought is about how the …
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Posted by The Peck Law Firm Divorce Lawyers | Co-Parenting
Co-parenting is hard. There are ways to make it easier. Talk About Parenting Issues Before the Divorce It is critical that you talk to your spouse about important parenting issues before the divorce is final. Talk about who your child will spend holidays and special occasions with, who will have the authority to make important …
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Your children will want to know how your divorce will affect their living situation. It is important to anticipate their questions and to have answers prepared. The following are some questions you might expect to get from your kids. Am I Going to Have to Move? Your kids are going to want to know if …
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Posted by The Peck Law Firm Divorce Lawyers | Child Custody
Kids are going to have a lot of questions about parenting time after a divorce and how the schedule will affect them. You can answer their questions by planning ahead. The following are examples of questions you should be prepared to discuss with your child. What is a Parenting Time Schedule? You can explain to …
Posted by The Peck Law Firm Divorce Lawyers | Divorce Laws
You may still be able to file a joint tax return if you are getting divorced, or you might want to file as married filing separately. If you are already divorced, whether you can file as married will depend on the date of your divorce. Determining Your Filing Status When it comes to getting divorced …
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Posted by The Peck Law Firm Divorce Lawyers | Child Custody
Equal shared parenting is often discussed as if it is ideal after a divorce. However, there are downsides to 50/50 shared custody that parents should consider. 50/50 Custody Can Be Disruptive for Your Child Children in general benefit from spending time with both parents, as long as the parents are fit. Yet 50/50 shared custody …