Entries by Laughlin Law

Can property you buy after the separation be martial property?

On behalf of Laughlin & Company Lawyers Mediators posted in Division of Property on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. Property division can be extremely complex, and there are many misconceptions about what is or is not marital property and therefore subject to the divorce settlement. While many people are aware that the property that either spouse bought during the course […]

Can criminal charges impact a family law case?

On behalf of Laughlin & Company Lawyers Mediators posted in Child Custody on Tuesday, May 24, 2016. Those who have made some mistakes in the past often worry whether criminal convictions or even charges may be held against them in a custody case. The short answer to this question is maybe, but it really depends on the nature of […]

Post-divorce planning: Spousal support and settlement payments

On behalf of Laughlin & Company Lawyers Mediators posted in High-Asset Divorceon Thursday, May 19, 2016. High asset divorces often involve substantial settlements as well as long-term spousal support. It’s normal to get caught up in how much you will be paying or receiving, but there are other important details that you should be sure you understand before […]

What is Parenting After Separation?

On behalf of Laughlin & Company Lawyers Mediators posted in Divorce Mediation on Friday, May 13, 2016. Divorce mediation can be an excellent option for parties who want to end their relationships but without all of the fightings. The mediation process can be especially helpful and beneficial for divorces or separations involving children. The less strife and contention surrounding […]

Important parts to include in a court order

On behalf of Laughlin & Company Lawyers Mediators posted in Child Support on Thursday, May 5, 2016. A formal court order is one of the most important things you can have in your child support case. It protects both the parent paying the support and the parent receiving support because it ensures that there are […]

Getting a better divorce settlement

On behalf of Laughlin & Company Lawyers Mediators posted in Division of Property on Friday, April 22, 2016. While a divorce is often a very emotional process, many people are more prepared to deal with the anger, disappointment, and frustration of ending a relationship than boiling down their marriage into a list of debts and assets. However difficult […]

Does what I post on social media matter?

On behalf of Laughlin & Company Lawyers Mediators posted in Child Custody on Thursday, April 14, 2016. When you begin going through divorce proceedings — or just a custody battle in the case of unmarried parents — you begin questioning everything you do and day and wonder if and how it may affect your case. And rightly so. When […]

The real estate market’s impact on divorce settlements

On behalf of Laughlin & Company Lawyers Mediators posted in Division of Property on Wednesday, March 30, 2016. Because the family home is often the most valuable asset a divorcing couple has, it’s common for there to be disagreements over who should get to stay in the house. While the booming housing market and increasing property values may sound […]