John J asked:


Most women will say that its fair because they have the advantage. Why would any hard working responsible man want to get married into modern day slavery? It should be just as fair for the man and women equally. I guess only the person who wants it to be fair is the man who is being taken advantage of. For the person who has the advantage it is fair.

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damey asked:


Celebrities are always in the public eye whether they like it or not. It is as if their lives are always in the limelight where the public scrutinizes their every move and participates in each aspect of their lives, no matter how private and personal the occasion it may be. A celebrity marriage makes it to the headlines without any effort and a celebrity divorce can create even more ripples in tinsel town. It is therefore necessary for the celebrity couple to take their steps very carefully before they take any crucial decisions about their lives. So in case of a divorce it is advisable and practical to appoint a celebrity divorce lawyer to handle the case with the necessary expertise.

A celebrity divorce lawyer is competent enough to handle the attention that the case is destined to receive. A lawyer with lesser expertise would find himself with the media attention and may get diverted from the case. A celebrity lawyer is however accustomed to the scenario through his previous experience with similar cases and is also trained to handle the situation in a competent manner. A celebrity who is facing a trying time in the form of a divorce would want someone to handle the media and manage the legalities with the minimum hassle. In this case a celebrity divorce lawyer will be the ideal option to fight the case on the celebrity’s behalf. The lawyer will be the professionally qualified individual who can work out any kind legal loopholes and ensure a justifiable deal for his client.

A celebrity divorce lawyer is well aware of the fact that the case he is handling is a high profile case and thus any mistake or wrong move on his part could have serious implications for his future career. It also ensures that the lawyer will be additionally careful before deciding on a plan of action and building up the case for his client. A divorce also involves many issues like the division of financial assets and a sensitive issue like child custody. In this scenario a celebrity divorce lawyer is well aware that the media and the general public will have their eyes set on every aspect of the case and the decisions taken will also affect the public’s perception of the celebrity and the lawyer handling the case. It is matter of great pride and prestige for the celebrity divorce lawyer if he can manage to get his client a favorable decision and deal.

A celebrity divorce lawyer also gets to share the limelight as long as he is dealing with a celebrity couple. It is his chance to prove himself to the public and the media and this induces him to give his best shot. Unlike other divorce cases, a celebrity divorce is bound to be talked about for many years to come and hence the celebrity divorce lawyer can make his mark by getting his client a fair deal. Hence hiring the professional services of a celebrity divorce lawyer seems to be a winning situation for all involved in the case.



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IC asked:

When filing for a divorce you need to fill out papers for legal settlement. There are several free divorce forms available today. Divorce forms can either be for a fault or no-fault divorce, and can involve other related forms.

The modern practice in the U.S. now allows for no-fault divorces. In the past, the court only allowed spouses to divorce in the occurrence of a liability incurred by either party. Divorce was not permitted on reasons that had no grounds, such as non-existing evidence of disloyalty, adultery or domestic abuse.

A no-fault divorce does not require spouses to have to state particular reasons to push through with their divorce. They can obtain free divorce forms any time they feel the need to end their marriage. A no-fault divorce requires no evidentiary proceedings and either party can request for a divorce whether the other agrees to it or not.

If you are looking for a free divorce form, there are things you need to consider. Free divorce forms usually do not come in highly designed packages that contain tutorials in comparison to those that you need to pay for. Thus, it is always a good idea to familiarize with the aspects and requirements involved in filing for divorce while discussing these with a legal professional.

For fault or no-fault divorce, here is some important information you need to file or can add to your checklist when discussing with your attorney:

· R408 Form

· Complaint for divorce

· Copy (certified) of Marriage Certificate.

· Financial statement

· Affidavit disclosing child custody

Take note:

· A period of time to answer a file is always given to the defendant, which can be 20 days.

· A file for divorce can take up to 6 months to process, especially for no-fault divorce.

· Filing for divorce may incur fees.

· You can obtain free divorce forms online.

· Forms that are printed out (especially online free divorce forms) are sometimes required to be printed on a particular type of paper with a particular color. Little details like these are vital if you want court proceedings or the divorce process to go smoothly. You can consult a legal professional about this or view some samples beforehand.

Here are other related forms that you might want to discuss with your attorney:

· A Separation Agreement that includes details on custody, child support and property (must be signed by both parties)

· A spreadsheet detailing Child Support Guidelines

· An Affidavit of Indigence

· Forms for divorce with children involved: Child Support Guidelines and PACT program (Parents and Children in Transition)

· Trial Request

· Marital settlement agreement with minor children forms

· Marital settlement agreement with no children forms.

The information provided is only a guideline and should not be taken as legal advice. Any information you use while filing a divorce can be used counteractively in court. It is always best to consult an attorney or legal specialist before filling, signing and submitting forms.

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Steven Carlson asked:

The characteristics of a divorce lawyer are important to consider when seeking legal representation. Whether your divorce is highly contested or if you are close to settling all or most of the major issues pertaining to your divorce such as child custody and visitation, division of property, and support, the following characteristics of a prospective divorce lawyer should be considered.

(1) Proactive

(2) Willingness to negotiate

(3) Assertive

(4) Approachable

(5) Problem solver

Proactive

Proactive divorce lawyers often keep the opposing party on the defensive. Rather than reacting to the opposing counsels requests, a proactive attorney will have a strategy and often initiate action requiring the other party to respond or react. When done effectively, the opposing party may find themselves responding and reacting with little or no opportunity to go on the offensive.

Willingness to negotiate

Cases in which the parties are close to settling all or some of their divorce issues can benefit from divorce lawyers that are willing to help negotiate settlements out-of-court. Additionally, much time, money, and stress associated with contested divorce cases can be drastically reduced. However, in highly contested divorces, negotiating settlements may not be an option and a good trial lawyer may be more valuable.

Assertive

An assertive divorce lawyer is typically confident, but not arrogant, and knows when it is ok to be assertive and when it is not. Additionally, such an attorney will often demonstrate confidence in the courtroom through his/her experience and may remain unemotional throughout your divorce proceedings. The attorney’s communication with the opposing counsel will typically be amicable, but when under attack, he/she will not be afraid to assert his/her client’s position.

Approachable

Approachable attorneys are easy to talk to and easy to get in contact with. When you request to speak with them they will make themselves available and return your call in a timely manner. However, an approachable attorney is not an attorney that will engage in meaningless conversations that have no relevance to your case. Typically, an approachable attorney will demonstrate good listening skills in a conversation and will politely inform you if they believe you are getting off the subject to make the best use of his/her time.

Problem solver

An attorney that demonstrates good problem solving skills will have a strategy for your case. Such attorneys are often willing to negotiate settlements when it makes sense, but are fully prepared for trial if matters cannot be settled out-of-court.

If you plan to retain a divorce lawyer to help you with your divorce, taking into consideration the above 5 traits of a prospective attorney before you hire him/her might save you a surprising amount of time, money, and stress during your divorce proceedings.

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