It is not uncommon for one spouse to want a divorce when the other does not. There are often valid reasons for not wanting to end the marriage. Perhaps you still love the person, maybe you think you can change their mind, or perhaps you are scared of being alone. Yet,...
The only type of divorce allowed in Nebraska is a no-fault divorce. This means that each divorce is granted on the grounds that the marriage is irretrievably broken. In other words: you and your spouse just can’t get along. A Complaint for Dissolution can be filed by...
Obtaining a divorce is a significant decision that can bring numerous challenges to all parties. At times, the divorce procedure may be highly contentious, resulting in greater levels of stress. Even in more amicable situations, several factors, such as child custody...
Unfortunately, the breakdown of a marriage can often lead to animosity between parents. Occasionally, this may cause former spouses to act in ways that are motivated purely out of spite. When children are involved in the divorce procedure, matters can become even more...
All parents are legally obligated to support their children financially even when their relationship ends. As such, child support is an essential aspect of any separation agreement. It serves to cover the necessary expenses for the child's day-to-day care and ensure...
As you may have discovered, arriving at the decision to divorce is a difficult, painful and conflicted journey. Having decided, however, doesn't necessarily mean the hard part is over. If you share children—especially younger children—with your spouse, speaking to...
When a couple divorces, they often have to decide the fate of years of shared property, assets and debts. State laws dictate guidelines to ensure fair property division for those in this situation. Review Nebraska's rules about dividing property in a divorce when...
Divorces may bring substantial turmoil to the lives of those going through them. The children of divorcing spouses may feel this upheaval even more. How their parents handle things may drastically affect their abilities to cope and how they adjust. Using these tips...
Divorce likely means an upheaval in all aspects of an individual’s life. From spending power and parenting time to property and vehicles, the divorcing couple must thoroughly examine assets and debts to reach an equitable split. For many couples, a family business...
When you and your spouse share legal custody of your child, you may need to work together to solve certain practical issues. Will your child live in your home, or your ex’s home? Will you share physical custody, or will one of you act as your child’s primary...