A divorce legally terminates the marriage relationship
and can be accomplished through an uncontested divorce or a contested divorce. In an uncontested divorce, either there are no issues to be resolved or all issues have been resolved between the parties through a Separation and Property Settlement Agreement. In a contested divorce, issues such as custody, child support, visitation, division of marital property, retirement, etc. have not been resolved and the husband and wife must seek the court's help to decide these issues.
A Separation and Property Settlement Agreement allows couples to maintain personal control over the outcome of their situation. This contract details the rights and obligations of both the husband and the wife with respect to all issues related to the marital relationship. This may include custody of the children, child support, visitation, division of the marital property, health insurance, debts, retirement, and any other issues that have arisen as a result of the marriage. Couples who negotiate a Separation and Property Settlement Agreement can help make their divorce less painful and less expensive than going to court to resolve the issues.
Many times one of the most contentious issues in a divorce is resolving child custody and visitation issues. You owe it to yourself and your children to protect their interests after a divorce, and we will treat your case with sensitivity while keeping you informed of your best options at all times.