ENCE
LAW
FIGHTING FOR YOU AND PROTECTING YOUR RIGHTS!
YOUR
RIGHTS IN A DIVORCE:
FACT
#1: You have the right to an "equitable" division
of community assets and debts.
FACT
#2: You have a right to joint custody of, or reasonable
visitation with, your child(ren).
FACT
#3: You have the right to a Temporary Protective Order (TPO)
from the Court if you are in fear for the life or safety of you or
your child(ren). A TPO will prohibit your spouse from
coming within a specific distance of locations like your home, work
and/or child(ren)'s school(s).
FACT
#4: You have the right to remain in the marital residence,
unless your spouse first obtains an order from the Court based on a
showing of good cause.
FACT
#5: If you have your child(ren) more than 50% of the time,
you may be entitled to receive child support, particularly if your
spouse earns more than you. You may also be entitled to
an award of spousal support/alimony.
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HOW
YOU CAN HELP YOUR LAWYER GET YOU THE MARITAL SETTLEMENT YOU DESERVE
TIP
# 1: Keep a detailed log of events, and keep receipts of all
expenditures made on behalf of your spouse and/or child(ren).
Make sure that any payments made, which benefit your spouse, are
done by check or money order. If you must make a cash payment,
make sure that the payee signs a receipt.
TIP
#2: Gather your financial records, including tax returns,
notes, deeds, title certificates, and other legal papers, and bring
them to your attorney. Family medical and psychological
treatment records may also become important
TIP
#3: Do not allow yourself to become involved in domestic
disputes. Do not push, hit or threaten your spouse. If
you believe that you may not be able to control your temper, take a
time-out and/or stay away from your spouse. If the police are
called on a domestic dispute, it is likely that at least one of you
will be arrested and taken to jail.
TIP
#4: Do not involve your children in domestic disputes any
portion of your dissolution. Do not disparage your spouse
in your children's presence.
TIP
#5: Follow your attorney's advice.
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