Category: Family Law
What to Know Before Starting the Divorce Process in Maine
Before starting a divorce in Maine, becoming acquainted with some of the basic requirements and items to prepare for a divorce in the state can make the process as smooth as possible. The eligibility requirements, costs, time it takes, and whether to hire a lawyer are all important considerations ...
Is Common Law Marriage Recognized in Maine?
Common law marriage is not recognized under Maine law. This means that disputes over debts, assets/property, or any other matters concerning the end of the relationship will not be handled in the same manner as spouses in a divorce. However, this does not mean that if you have lived ...
Calculating Child Support in Maine
When couples with children separate in Maine, the matters of parenting and child support are high on the list of issues to resolve. How much child support must be paid to whom are important questions that the Maine courts want to see settled in the best interests of the ...
Signs Your Separation Could Lead to Reconciliation
Going through difficult times in a marriage is almost inevitable at some point. When this happens, there are several ways of dealing with the situation. Some couples try to tough it out and see if they can come through with their marriage intact, some choose to live apart during ...
Can I Evict My Spouse After Separation in Maine?
Unlike many states, Maine does not stipulate a minimum separation period before a couple can file for divorce in the state—only a minimum 60-day waiting period between the filing of all the necessary divorce paperwork and the final hearing. In practice, during this 60-day period (and often for a ...
Divorce Settlement Agreement Process in Maine
A Divorce Settlement Agreement may be referred to as a Marital Settlement Agreement or Separation Agreement. This legally binding document outlines the terms and conditions by which a marriage ends (or a legal separation begins) and the spouses begin a life separate from each other. Such an agreement may ...
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