When Marriage Ends in Divorce…You Need a Lawyer
- 1. When Marriage Ends inWhen Marriage Ends in Divorce…You Need a LawyerDivorce…You Need a Lawyer
- 2. • Marriages are not fairytales that you “live happily ever after.” Of course, when people marry they imagine it to be a lifetime affair; but the truth sneaks in and…you don’t believe you are sitting with one of the family lawyers in Largo, MD, discussing your divorce.
- 3. The hard truth • According to a survey, about 20 per cent of marriages end in 5 years, while about 30 per cent of marriages end within a decade. • Couples who live for decades together and celebrate their golden wedding anniversary are like endangered species, found rarely and in the brink of extinction.
- 4. Importance of prenuptial agreement • The increasing rates of divorce teach us to be careful and wise before tying the knot. According to lawyers, prenuptial agreements can save a great deal of trouble in case your marriage falls apart. The agreement is actually a set of rules that come into play in case of divorce or a spouse’s death. Hiring good family lawyers in Largo, MD, can help you create an appropriate agreement before marriage.
- 5. • In the absence of prenuptial agreement, the court divides assets of the divorcing parties as per the principle of equitable distribution. According to it, both parties attain a share of marital property based on his and her contributions to the marriage, plus their financial status and personal needs. • It is not wrong to say that prenuptial agreement serves as an “insurance policy” for couples. You hope you never have to use it; but in case you do, it is a lifesaver.
- 6. What comes under the agreement? • A good Prince George's County family lawyer helps you know what can and cannot be included in the agreement. Usually, issues related to assets and finances are included. The agreement also states the manner a couple can spend the money after marriage. It can also state whether the couple will create a joint account after marriage or has to pay for the other’s education.
- 7. • Many marriages come to a bitter end due to unresolved issues related to money and property. Their divorce also becomes a battle in court. If only the couple had created a prenuptial agreement in the presence of a family lawyer, they could have avoided a messy situation. • If things are not working between couples, it is good to separate; but it is better to say goodbye cordially than drag family matters in court.
- 8. • Most of the times, lawyers, too, endeavor for out-of-court settlements. However, when things go out of hand you need to knock the courtroom door. • In such a situation, you need competent lawyers who can defend you powerfully in court. If injustice has been done to you by your spouse, you need an experienced lawyer who knows how to take forward your case in an aggressive manner in court.
- 9. • Divorce is an example of family issues. There are plenty more. Sometimes, conflicts get resolved among parties. Sometimes, conflicts become messy enough to require a lawyer to intervene. It is important to hire a good lawyer, who understands your state of mind, which is affected by the conflict. Good lawyers provide legal and moral support to their clients.
- 10. • The Law Office of Rowena N. Nelson, a competent firm of family lawyers in Maryland, helps to smooth the rough and challenging path of divorce and other family disputes. Hiring a good lawyer can save you the emotional trauma of going through the legal proceedings, plus time and money associated with lengthy courtroom battles. • A couple undergoing divorce is already stressed out. A good family lawyer arrives as a friendly guide in their situation. That’s when you realize that life is not all that difficult.
- 11. Contact UsContact Us Law Office Of Rowena N.Nelson,LLC 1801 McCormick Drive Suite 150 Largo Maryland, 20774 Office - 301.358.3271 Fax - 877.728.7744