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adopting foster children - how my lawyer did it

Are you trying to adopt a child that you have fostered for quite some time? It can be difficult to get through the adoption process on your own. I know, I tried it myself. I had been fostering three siblings for nearly two years. I could not imagine living my life without them and could not see how they could do well if they were ever to be released from foster care back into the custody of their mother. With the assistance of a lawyer, those three kids are now mine forever. Learn how my lawyer worked to get this accomplished by visiting my website.

Divorcing After 50: Important Financial Considerations

Posted on July 12, 2017

A divorce can occur at any point within a marriage. This is true even for couples who have been to together for several decades. If you're over the age of 50 and are approaching this change, knowing some of the obstacles ahead, particularly when it comes to finances, is critical to your journey forward. Shared Debt By the time you reach this milestone in life, it's highly likely that you and your partner have amassed some level of shared debt. [Read More]

Don't Let Sparring Matches Turn Into Aggravated Assault

Posted on August 5, 2016

Sparring in a boxing ring or mixed martial arts cage is absolutely different from fighting on the street. Fighting is illegal and a litany of criminal charges can be levied against those who choose to brawl on the street. Mutually agreed upon sportive sparring in a proper training environment is not likely to be deemed a criminal act This does not, however, mean a sparring match is a "no holds barred" [Read More]

Financial Protections You Should Take During A Divorce

Posted on April 12, 2016

Whether you are in the midst of a divorce or the process is imminent, it is time to start protecting and separating yourself financially in small ways. While pairing up with a divorce attorney can help with this process, there are smaller financial aspects you can begin to think about. Here are four ways to protect yourself financially before and during the divorce process. 1. Run a Credit Check There might be surprises in your financial picture that you aren't even aware of. [Read More]

Deciding When You Need To Hire A Child Custody Attorney

Posted on February 15, 2016

If you and the mother or father of your children are separated, there may come a point in time when you need to fight for custody over the children. In some cases, you may be able to do this on your own, especially if the mother or father is not interested in fighting for custody, but instead is willing to hand it over to you or is just not around to fight against it. [Read More]