Why it makes sense to consider getting a prenup
Are you thinking about getting a prenup? Marital agreements are smart, respectful, and loving. Learn more about prenuptial agreements.
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Legal Separation Advantages and Disadvantages
When you end your marriage it’s a very personal thing to go through. Some of your friends may offer advice on how they ended theirs, but it might not be the perfect way for those involved in your choices. This is something many states understand – as a result, there are a lot of methods…
Grounds for Legal Separation
Do you know what the grounds for legal separation are? If not, this article will help you understand common grounds for legal separation. However, your state might have different grounds for legal separation or none. The most common grounds for legal separation include: Infidelity Your spouse committed adultery with a person who is not his…
What are the Benefits of Getting a Legal Separation?
A legal separation is a written legal agreement that is filed within the court that details the rights and obligations of a married couple while they’re living separately from each other. Matters that can be addressed in separation agreements include asset and debt allocation, child(ren) custody and support, visitation plans, spousal support, etc. Just about…
Why Would You Get a Legal Separation Instead of a Divorce?
A legal separation happens when a married couple makes the legal decision to live individual lives, typically while thinking about or getting ready for divorce. There are a lot of reasons that a couple may opt for a legal separation rather than divorce, consisting of religious beliefs, tax matters, or other financial purposes. Seeking a…
Top 5 reasons to avoid a contested divorce
A contested divorce is hard on everyone involved. Here’s why you should avoid this type of divorce if possible.
Divorce Mediation Pros and Cons
Divorce Mediation is one of the most popular ways to negotiate a divorce settlement in the United States. In divorce mediation, you and your soon to be ex-spouse hire a neutral third party known as a mediator. The purpose of mediation is to help both of you identify and resolve divorce issues. Divorce mediation can…
10 Divorce Mediation Tips
Get prepared for divorce mediation. We put together a list of divorce mediation tips to help you get prepared. Download a Divorce Mediation Checklist Find a Good Mediator Speak with Your Lawyer First Discuss Important Topics Only Set Goals Before Mediation Talk to Your Children Be Ready to Negotiate Share Financial Information Update Your Estate…
Free Estate Plans for Healthcare Providers Fighting the COVID-19 Pandemic
At Ogborne Law, PLC, we’ve seen COVID-19 spread quickly throughout Arizona and other areas of the US. These uncertain times remind us of how important it is to have an estate plan in place. All over the US, people are making new estate plans and revising old ones to make sure their estate is protected…
Recently Published in Scottsdale Magazine
PROTECTING FAMILIES AND THEIR FUTURE Ogborne Law, PLC is a premier boutique law firm focusing on estate planning and family law. Michelle focuses on learning each family’s unique goals, interests, and challenges and develops a customized plan for each family. Michelle educates her clients on the legal process and their options and helps them create…