It is common to hear a divorced mother proudly declare that her son has become, “the man of the house.” It is also common to hear a divorced father boast about how his daughter has assumed care taking duties in his home such as meal preparation and...
What is alimony?Alimony is the payment of money for support of a spouse or former spouse at stated periods (usually monthly) during the joint lives of the parties so long as they live separate and apart.Is alimony different than child support?Alimony is very different...
What does the court consider when making a custody decision? In a child custody case, the paramount concern is the best interests of the children. Rote solutions in child custody matters are not possible because of the unique character of each case and of each child....
If I have to go to Court, where can I file for divorce? To file for divorce in Washington DC one party must be a resident in Washington DC. To prove this for purposes of a divorce, you must be physically living in Washington DC. How long you must have lived in...
