Supporting your children during your deployment 

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeJul 12, 20220 Comments

You and your former spouse came to the conclusion that divorce was the best option for you as a family. You've been in the military for a number of years and it means a great deal to you. So far, you and your ex have managed to work out a custody schedule that has functioned well. However, you ar...

Your conduct matters during custody cases

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeJun 27, 20220 Comments

Whether a court is determining your custody agreement or you're seeking to modify a current custody order, how you conduct yourself is vitally important. The court will be assessing what you are like as a parent and what is in the best interests of a child. This means that much of what you do wil...

Did your spouse marry you for the money?

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeMay 27, 20220 Comments

You may have known your spouse for a long time before you committed to marriage. You may have gone on lovely dates, gone to the movies, met each other's parents and even spent a vacation or two together. Your relationship with your spouse seemed like a dream before marriage. Today, your spouse ac...

Tips for making divorce go smoothly

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeApr 29, 20220 Comments

People often think about divorce as a chaotic and difficult time. They consider it a battle. They figure they're going to be fighting with their ex tooth-and-nail over time with the kids, how to divide the assets and everything else. It sounds stressful and intimidating, and they do not look forw...

Can therapeutic justice help me keep my kids?

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeMar 08, 20220 Comments

As the most vulnerable and dependent among us, children under three years of age deserve and require a safe home environment. This is why many professionals, including doctors, teachers and therapists, are mandated as reporters. In addition to their profession, they are responsible for identifyin...

Watch out for hidden assets during your divorce

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeFeb 22, 20220 Comments

You have built an enviable life with your partner within the duration of your marriage. If the marriage comes to an end, however, it's only fair that you get a fair share of your hard-earned assets. But, it is not always the case. Your ex may have ulterior motives when it comes to property divisi...

Could PTSD lead to a divorce?

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeFeb 08, 20220 Comments

There are many things that could lead to a divorce, from financial stress to extramarital affairs. But perhaps you haven't experienced any of that in your relationship. Instead, since you're in the military, you spent time deployed overseas. While there, you were involved in combat, and you've de...

Will divorce mean refinancing your house?

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeJan 25, 20220 Comments

If you're getting divorced, you have a lot of financial questions to ask. This starts with the simple division of your assets, and you may also reassess your budget now that you're going down to one income. If you have a home that you purchased with a loan from a mortgage lender, you may want to ...

Benefits to selling your house during a divorce

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeJan 11, 20220 Comments

People often want to learn about ways that they can keep the family home during divorce or the benefits of doing so. They don't want to lose their home just because their marriage is ending. In some cases, this may be the right move. It is important to consider your own situation and all the uniq...

4 ways to handle holiday custody issues

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeSep 29, 20210 Comments

If you're like most parents, splitting up with your spouse isn't nearly as difficult as having to share the time you have with your kids — particularly when it comes to the holidays. You have a few different options when it comes time to establish a custody and visitation schedule for the holiday...

What is a time-sharing plan in a Florida divorce?

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeAug 17, 20210 Comments

The Florida family law courts have the authority to enter orders regarding custody, and this state uses some unique terminology in its child custody decisions.  The courts make decisions on behalf of families that do not agree about how to share parental rights and responsibilities after the end ...

What is parental alienation?

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeAug 13, 20210 Comments

If you have decided to divorce your spouse, you undoubtedly have a list of reasons your marriage simply is not working. Still, your kids may need to spend time with both their parents to thrive. If you intend to share custody of your children with your ex-spouse, you should be able to count on hi...

5 benefits of a prenuptial agreement

Posted by Zachary A. VanDykeJun 10, 20210 Comments

A prenuptial agreement is a contract between two people before marriage that, among other things, documents premarital assets which will simplify property division in case of divorce. Despite the drama associated with this document on television, it is a very practical matter that addresses a num...

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