When you're going through a divorce, it's necessary to put your child first. Regardless of the situation, your child's best interests are paramount. Whether you make a parenting agreement yourself or have a judge order one, the result should be a situation that works...
When you go to work in the morning, you probably don't immediately think that your job is going to be the end of your marriage. The fact is that the work you do can impact your marriage, though. Certain jobs are harder on a marriage than others, so researchers have...
A forever family is important for children without a home. Adoptive families have the ability to create an environment where a child can thrive while building their own family. There are several steps during the adoption process of which you need to be aware. Perhaps...
If you're friends who want to buy property or live with a boyfriend or girlfriend when you want to purchase a home, then you're in a situation where you'll share an asset. For many people who purchase property in this way, the main concern is, "what happens if the...
Imagine taking on the responsibility of raising your child primarily on your own. Yes, your ex-spouse has some visitation time, but for the most part, you're the person there for your child at all times.Now, imagine that your ex doesn't want to pay child support. You...
One might assume that a second or subsequent marriage stands a better chance of succeeding. After all, the parties have learned from their mistakes and are less likely to repeat them with another spouse.However, statistics do not bear this logic out. Rather, multiple...
One of the first things people do after learning their spouse wants a divorce is to start panicking. Fears about post-divorce finances, an ugly legal dispute, child custody, and property division can race through your mind and make it all but impossible to...
The decision to adopt a child can be an exciting and emotional event. Sheri Burkholder has experience in adoption law and has guided many families through the adoption process. If you are going through the adoption process or are just exploring the...
For some situations, there is an issue that needs to be resolved but may not require a court and judge. For these situations, you need a mediator. At McHenry, Haszard, Roth, Hupp, Burkholder & Blomenberg, PC, LLO, we offer this option to our clients. Mediation is...
