If you are put on probation after a criminal trial and you later wish to relocate to another state for work or for personal reasons, you cannot legally do so until you have sought the permission of the court. Leaving the state without first being granted permission can land a probationer in prison, so it’s a good idea for probationers to discuss the issue with both a probation officer and a criminal attorney. Read More»
For some people, the most frustrating thing about getting divorce is making it to court in the first place. For one reason or another, one spouse will refuse to make him or herself available to be served with the divorce papers, effectively halting the proceedings before they even have a chance to begin. If you’re stuck in this situation, here’s what you need to do to move forward in your case. Read More»
The process to receive a green card or visa can take months or even years. In many instances, the delays are not your fault and is just a natural part of the process. If you are in need of expedited processing of your application, you can make a special request to immigration officials. What Is Expedited Processing? Expedited processing would push your application from the waiting status to actually being reviewed. Read More»
Collaborative divorce is a nonadversarial process in which you and your spouse mutually agree on the terms of your divorce. Each of you hires a lawyer to represent you and then collaborate to come up with a settlement and division of property fair to both of you. By working together, you save money on divorce costs because you don’t need to enter into litigation to reach a settlement. How Collaborative Divorce Works Read More»
It’s a common misconception that making the decision to proceed with a divorce is the hardest part of the process. The truth is, depending on your spouse and your circumstances, the real challenge still lies ahead of you, so it’s important that you know what’s coming and who you can turn to for help. If you haven’t had the conversation with your spouse regarding this choice, being prepared will help you remain confident during that confrontation. Read More»