Divorce
Divorce Attorney Greenwood, IN
Divorce Attorney Serving Greenwood, Indiana
What To Expect During Your Divorce
The divorce procedure presents different challenges for different parties. Whether you and your spouse are mainly on the same page or you need to resolve some issues, it is critical to have a clear arrangement for moving forward, and it is similarly vital to be ready for unforeseen questions that will come up.
Preparing for your divorce starts with ensuring that you have a clear understanding of the procedure. In order to form informed and key choices, you would like to know what you’ll be able anticipate at each step along the method. When you choose Law Office Of Lindsey Williams to represent you, your Greenwood, IN divorce attorney will advise you at all stages of your divorce.
Pre-Divorce Planning
Whereas you’ll have time to think through issues and make choices during your divorce, arranging ahead can give you a guide for staying to a procedure that serves your long-term best interests. Law Office of Lindsey Williams will work with you in advance of your divorce to explore all pertinent issues, all potential concerns and all of the options that you have available.
Filing for Divorce or Responding to Your Spouse’s Divorce Petition
The formal divorce process starts with the filing of a divorce petition in the appropriate court. Our attorneys will prepare your petition (or prepare a response to your spouse’s petition) that completely preserves your legitimate rights.
Choosing the Most Effective Method of Resolution
In Indiana, there are a few different ways that divorcing spouses can come to terms. One option is to negotiate the terms of their divorce with the advice and representation of their attorneys. Mediation involves seeking additional guidance from neutral third parties, and litigation provides a judicial resolution for spouses who are unable to reach an agreement.
Identifying and Characterizing Assets and Income
Distributing divorcing spouses’ community assets and establishing spousal support and child support presents some unique challenges in Indiana, especially in high net worth divorces. Law Office of Lindsey Williams is intimately familiar with all of the issues involved and can provide advice and recommendations that are custom-tailored to your individual circumstances. We have similar experience dealing with these issues in high-end divorce cases.
Negotiating Property Division and Financial Support
While litigation is an option, most divorcing couples resolve their differences by mutual agreement. With Law Office of Lindsey Williams decades of experience in divorce negotiations, and the mediation process, we can help steer your divorce toward a favorable out-of-court resolution.
Developing a Parenting Plan
If you have children, developing a parenting plan will be a critical aspect of your divorce. Today, divorcing parents have more options than ever, although all custody-related decisions must still reflect the best interests of the children involved. Law Office of Lindsey Williams can work with you and your spouse’s legal counsel to structure a parenting plan that achieves your goals and satisfies the requirements of Indiana law.
Mediation and Litigation
Law Office of Lindsey Williams has significant experience in divorce settlement and litigation. If pursuing one of these options is in your best interests, we can use our experience to maximize the advantages of the process while continuing to pursue an efficient resolution.
Finalization and Post–Divorce Planning
When finalizing your divorce, it is imperative to ensure that your settlement agreement and divorce decree accurately reflect the terms to which you have agreed. There may be various post-divorce planning considerations as well, and Lindsey Williams can continue working with you once your marriage is over to tie up any loose ends.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce
My spouse doesn't want the divorce. What if he won't sign the papers?
You can get a divorce even if your spouse does not want it. You will have to tell the Court, in your petition and at the hearing(s), that your marriage has suffered an “irretrievable breakdown.” This implies that you cannot settle the problems in your marriage. In Indiana, typically a reason for divorce and your spouse does not have to agree.
How long does it take to get a divorce?
The minimum waiting period for a divorce without minor children is 60 days and for a divorce with minor children, the waiting period is six months. Many divorce proceedings take longer than these minimum waiting periods; especially, when the parties have disputes to be resolved.
What is a no-fault divorce?
Decades ago, Michigan law provided that a divorce could only be granted if one spouse was at fault for the break up of the marriage. Common reasons of fault were adultery, imprisonment, insanity or abuse. A lot of time, effort and money was spent on proving fault. Fault is no longer required to obtain a divorce. Fault still is an issue when determining property division and spousal support.
Can my spouse and I hire the same attorney?
No. Attorneys must abide by an ethical standard. These rules provide that the attorney cannot represent opposing parties. If you and your spouse agree on everything, one of can hire an attorney to draft the divorce judgment and both of you can sign it. In most cases, we suggest that both of you have an attorney review the judgment. The cost of a review is minimal and provides peace of mind.
What is an uncontested divorce?
Getting a divorce can be a contentious, complicated process. Fortunately, an uncontested divorce is a streamlined option that allows some spouses to go their separate ways without some of the conflict that can come with a drawn out legal battle.