What is a divorce consultant?
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What is a divorce consultant?
A divorce consultant, often referred to as a consulting divorce attorney or consulting attorney, is an attorney that advises you on legal matters when you choose to mediate or represent yourself in a divorce. A divorce consultant is available to help you in any way you choose to use their services.
Is your spouse entitled to your settlement?
If you and your spouse file for divorce, however, the law may entitle your spouse to a portion of your settlement – even if your spouse was not involved in the accident. In the eyes of California law, personal injury settlements obtained during the course of a marriage are community property….
Is my ex wife entitled to my compensation?
A common law compensation payment received after the divorce is not an asset of the marriage, and the ex-wife does not have any entitlement to it….
What is a settlement payout?
How Is a Settlement Paid Out? Compensation for a personal injury can be paid out as a single lump sum or as a series of periodic payments in the form of a structured settlement. Structured settlement annuities can be tailored to meet individual needs, but once agreed upon, the terms cannot be changed….
Can my ex claim my compensation?
“Yes, your spouse is entitled to claim part of your compensation but his/her chances of being successful will depend upon all the circumstances of your case.”…
How long after separation can you claim assets?
In simple terms the law allows 2 years from separation to bring a claim for property settlement or spousal maintenance. Certainly in relation to de facto couples the period of time is 2 years from separation….
Is my ex wife entitled to my inheritance after divorce?
Whilst going through divorce proceedings, any inheritance that may be expected in the future is not taken into consideration. However, ex-partners may still be entitled to future inheritance after a divorce is finalised if no consent order has been put in place.
Who gets the house in a separation?
If the house is separate property, the owner-spouse will get the house. If the house is community property, there are several ways it can be divided, either by agreement or court order, in the divorce judgment.
