Divorce can be a complex and emotionally taxing process. There are various options to navigate this process, including litigation, collaborative law, and mediation. Litigation can involve a contentious courtroom battle while mediation and collaborative law can lead to...
Compassionate Guidance Through Difficult Personal Times
Cross Glazier Reed Burroughs Staff
Indianapolis Family Law Blog
What should I know about tax implications when dividing high value assets during divorce?
Divorce not only impacts personal lives but can also bring significant financial and tax implications, especially when dividing high-value assets. Those going through divorce can use a strategic approach to mitigate these expenses. When high-value assets such as real...
What property is subject to division during divorce? What is exempt?
Those going through a divorce are wise to understand how property division works in their state. Under Indiana law, marital property generally includes all assets acquired by either spouse during the marriage, as well as those they own when they enter the marriage....
Establishing paternity and adoption: Time is of the essence
When it comes to adoption law, timing is important. A recent case underscores the importance of timely action for father’s who are either not married to the birth mother or otherwise have yet to establish paternity. In the legal world, these individuals are known as...
Can the court keep one spouse from disparaging the other during divorce?
In divorce proceedings, disputes can escalate beyond matters of property division. But sometimes these disputes go too far and one spouse may lash out at the other during the divorce. Legal remedies play an important role in the process when one spouse engages in...
Custody and religious freedom: A closer look at court orders
When parents’ divorce, the question of religious upbringing can become a contentious issue. Courts grapple with balancing a parent’s First Amendment rights with the best interests of the child. In a recent case, the Indiana Court of Appeals upheld an order restricting...
Common Misconceptions about Mediation in Family Law Cases
Common Misconceptions about Mediation in Family Law Cases From the high-profile divorces of Hollywood’s elite down to the kitchen-table negotiations of the everyday person, family law issues can impact anyone. Mediation has emerged as a pivotal tool to help both sides...
Understanding the role of a family law mediator: What to expect
You know your marriage is over, but you want to end it amicably, if possible. Maybe you have children and want to better ensure the coparenting relationship goes smoothly, or you have a business and want to reduce the risk of media attention that could have a negative...
Arbitration 101: When is it right for me?
Arbitration, mediation, negotiations … anyone that has faced a serious conflict in their professional or personal lives has likely heard one or more of these buzzwords. They are all part of a conflict resolution process in the legal world known as alternative dispute...
Is mediation right for my divorce?
Gone are the days when the only way to finalize a divorce was a courtroom battle. Those who choose to end their marriage now have options, including alterative dispute resolution (ADR). One example is mediation. How is mediation different from going to court?...
