What is the difference between contested and uncontested divorce?

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I’ve often told clients that the most expensive thing you can own is a grudge, especially when it’s directed at a soon-to-be-ex. It’s a hard truth. Most people walk into my office expecting a scene out of a movie where someone yells “objection” every five minutes. Rarely happens. A simple choice. It defines your entire future. You have to decide if you want to collaborate or if you want to litigate. Huge. When you both agree… A total relief. An … Continue reading “What is the difference between contested and uncontested divorce?”

How Divorce Affects Child Custody and Support

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Does divorce mean losing your kids? That’s the barefaced question lurking behind every parent’s worry when they first walk into my office. It’s the anxiety that eclipses everything else: the money, the house, the emotional fallout. And it’s completely understandable. The connection between divorce and child custody and support is the most vital, most heavily regulated part of family law. Here’s the controversial truth, though: Most people assume a judge will “pick a winner.” They won’t. The court doesn’t care … Continue reading “How Divorce Affects Child Custody and Support”

What to Do if Your Builder Has Breached the Contract: Construction Lawyers Melbourne Explain

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Do you believe your builder’s broken promise is the end of the road? I mean, are you ready to just accept the delays and the defects? I want to share a personal framing: I have seen the absolute panic in Melbourne homeowners’ eyes when their builder either walks off the site or starts doing visibly defective work. That feeling of powerlessness is immense, a truly awful experience. The controversial truth is that when a builder breaches your contract, your actions … Continue reading “What to Do if Your Builder Has Breached the Contract: Construction Lawyers Melbourne Explain”

Where Can I Find an Attorney?

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Locating an attorney to represent you is an important decision, so the best place to begin your search should be by consulting friends, family and business associates for recommendations. Your state Attorney General’s office may offer lawyers that provide free guidance on state laws. Many communities also provide lawyer referral services. Bar Associations Bar associations are professional organizations designed to serve both lawyers and the general public. State bar associations, in particular, are incorporated bodies which require membership for practicing … Continue reading “Where Can I Find an Attorney?”