Child custody issues have a way of cropping up long after a divorce final. It’s no surprise that you’re dealing with a custody issue two years after you initially settled everything. It is a surprise, however, that your child is pushing for a change in residence. They...
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Is child custody affected by a smoking parent?
Child custody is an issue that is very important to talk about. It is particularly important to discuss the decisions that you or the other parent may make that could impact your child’s health. One of those decisions is to continue smoking. Smoking is a known hazard...
Losing your job could lead to divorce
Your job seemed very solid when you got married, but the company has not been thriving in recent years. They decide that they have to downsize, and you get laid off. There is an obvious economic impact but is that job loss also going to take a toll on your marriage?...
Considering divorce? Here’s what you should know
If you’re thinking about divorce, you need to know exactly what to expect even before you begin the process. Every case is unique, but there are also similarities and areas that everyone must consider carefully. Preparation is often the key to making the process go...
5 common myths people believe about New Hampshire divorce
Half-truths and myths abound when it comes to divorce. Everyone in New Hampshire seems to have their own idea about what divorce entails, and not all of those ideas have a basis in the law or legal precedent. Familiarizing yourself with some of the more common myths...
Paying lump-sum alimony? Think again
Divorce isn’t easy on anybody in New Hampshire. The negotiation process can turn ugly, and tensions can be high for you and your ex-spouse. If you’re saddled with the burden of having to pay alimony or spousal support, the anxiety and frustration doubles. It’s...
Want to see your kids more? A modification could help
You love your children, and you’re tired of being the parent who can never spend time with them. Your custody order was designed to give you as much time with your kids as you could manage at the time, but your schedule has changed. Now, you have two or three days a...
If you got married young, your divorce odds are higher
There's some evidence that an early marriage is more likely to lead to divorce than marriages that take place between more mature couples. If you tied the knot right out of high school, don’t take this as an indictment of your relationship or a guarantee that you will...
Factors that could lead to one parent having sole custody
The New Hampshire family courts try to look at many family circumstances when deciding what kind of custody arrangement will be in the best interests of the children in the family. For most families, the courts want to encourage the continued involvement of both...
Study looks at property division for stay-at-home mothers
When people in New Hampshire get a divorce, their property is supposed to be divided equitably. Equitable division is the standard in most states. A study conducted by Vanderbilt University researchers examined how men and women interpret "equitable" when it comes to...