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Protect Yourself (and Your Property) with a Prenup

What exactly is a prenup?  A prenuptial agreement, sometimes called a “prenup,” is an agreement between future spouses regarding their marriage.  It may spell out how to address property and assets, as well as support obligations, in the event of the dissolution of their marriage.  When a marriage ends, the property and assets owned by both spouses, individually or jointly, comprise the marital estate.  The Court then considers a list of 11 factors in determining how to distribute the marital estate between the spouses and will also decide whether the property is non-marital.

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What happens if I don’t pay my alimony?

If you owe alimony to your former spouse and fail to pay, you will still have to make that payment in the near future. If you fail to make the alimony payment on time, then you are considered to be in arrears and/or in contempt. This means you are behind on paying the amount of alimony owed. This balance will not automatically disappear. Instead, you will be obligated to make any missed and current payments until you are all caught up on payments.

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Part 7: Better for Complex Cases – Maximum Value for your Matter with Flat Fee Family Law

Family law cases can vary significantly in complexity. Some may be straightforward, while others are highly intricate and multifaceted. Complex issues often require more time, resources, and expertise to navigate effectively. This is where the versatility of flat fee structures comes into play because it forces attorney efficiency, which adds tremendous value to you, the client.

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Part 3: No Fear of the Clock – How Flat Fees Improve Family Law Communication

Hourly billing means you pay your attorney based on their time working on your case, not the results they seek. Every phone call, email, or meeting adds to your bill. This can lead to a constant worry about how much each interaction costs you. It is like a ticking clock in the background, making you hesitate to ask for advice or updates.

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Understanding Flat Fee Family Law: Your Path to Simplicity and Savings

Welcome, dear readers, to our Flat Fee Family Law Blog Series. At The Skeen Firm, we are proud to offer all of our Family Law services on a flat fee, for reasons you will read in this series. Consider this your friendly guide through the often-intricate world of family law, making it as easy to understand as a conversation with a trusted friend. Whether you are facing the challenging terrain of divorce, custody battles, or any other family-related legal matter, we are here to explain one aspect that can significantly help you—the flat fee structure.

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