On the whole, most litigants, attorneys and judges would agree that divorce is not a good thing or a pleasant process. Yet, it is a reality for one in every two marriages. However, there are a number of legal concepts, such as no-fault divorce to binding arbitration, which globally seek to minimize the emotional and financial impact, as well as speed up what is usually a lengthy process.
Sometimes this is not enough to address the facts (typically financial) of a given case.
In the last blog post, addressing legal separations for older adults, Ciyou & Dixon, P.C. began looking at new ... Read More
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Dec2011
18
Oct2011
The events of the daily news bring global events right into our offices, homes and cars-- almost the second they happen. Where domestic violence is concerned and occurs in a nearby street or city, it is common to think that is a norm.
The stress and duress of a typical divorce case appears to heighten factual sensitivity and general awareness; and domestic litigants sometimes raise and present concern and wonder if they need the protection of a protective order. The world appears to be a dangerous place, more so with matters of the heart–children–and pocketbook–standard of living and lifestyle.
The courts are ... Read More
20
Sep2011
Almost everyone knows a terrible and tragic divorce story. Perhaps their own. A friend. A parent. Divorce is unique in the legal system in that it almost always ends with each spouse (and the children) obtaining a result they are unhappy with.
As Indiana divorce attorneys, we know the protracted divorce and “nasty” trial sometimes is unavoidable. There is too much past baggage, which may range from marital debt to unfaithfulness. The divorce trial becomes the only focal point to address actual and perceived past wrongs, legal, emotional, physical, and the list goes on.
However, Ciyou & Dixon attorneys also observe some ... Read More
28
Jul2011
More and more, the mental health dimension of divorce–one of the biggest life stressors– is being accounted for in the legal system. Is this the right tool in your case? All marriages should be seriously evaluated to determine if they can be saved.
Ciyou & Dixon, P.C. advocates are firm believers that the hum-drum of marriage masks reality: the grass is not greener on the other side of the fence. That perfect family and life does not exist. For the most part, any situation is what you make of it.
Is this your marriage and can counseling help? A key to evaluating ... Read More