On behalf of Colgan Law Firm LLC | May 6, 2020 | Divorce
Serving in the armed forces requires making some significant sacrifices. In exchange for your service, you may have earned a pension that is valuable to both you and your spouse. If you are heading for a divorce, though, you must understand what may happen to your...
On behalf of Colgan Law Firm LLC | Dec 4, 2019 | Divorce
The United States has the third highest divorce rate in the world. While divorces are common, this does not mean that they are easy to go through. Something that may be of interest to Kansas residents is learning about how divorce affects women in different ways than...
On behalf of Colgan Law Firm LLC | Oct 8, 2019 | Divorce
What to do with the family home in a divorce can be a difficult decision for some Kansas couples. If one individual decides to keep it, there are still a number of steps to take. First, the couple should hire an appraiser to get the home’s value. That value and...
On behalf of Colgan Law Firm LLC | Sep 23, 2019 | Divorce
For Kansas residents, divorce is often a difficult transition. Many factors must be considered including spousal support, child custody, child support, property division and more. The personal and emotional impact is significant, so it can be beneficial to have...
On behalf of Colgan Law Firm LLC | Sep 16, 2019 | Divorce
Kansas couples might be concerned with the impact money has on marital satisfaction, particularly in light of the belief that money issues are often linked to dissatisfaction in marriage. They might be surprised to know, however, that a study published in the journal...
On behalf of Colgan Law Firm LLC | Sep 3, 2019 | Divorce
Divorce and its aftermath are difficult for all involved, especially children. Parents in Kansas can help their children navigate the difficult transition that takes place after a divorce, which can include moving homes, changing routines and having to live without...
On behalf of Colgan Law Firm LLC | Aug 21, 2019 | Divorce
More people in Kansas and across the country are choosing to divorce later in life. In the past 20 years, divorces involving couples aged 50 and up have more than doubled nationwide. In 1990, only 10% of people seeking divorces were over 50, but a full one-quarter of...
On behalf of Colgan Law Firm LLC | Aug 12, 2019 | Divorce
For people in Kansas, divorce can mean both emotional and financial turmoil. The former can make the latter worse, so it is important to start with a practical plan for one’s finances. People should make a short-term budget that encompasses new expenses, such as...
On behalf of Colgan Law Firm LLC | Aug 6, 2019 | Divorce
A divorcing parent who wishes to gain sole ownership of the family home in Kansas has several choices. Divorcing parents may decide to let the children grow up in their family home only to sell the house later and split the proceeds. Child custody, parenting plans and...
On behalf of Colgan Law Firm LLC | Jul 31, 2019 | Divorce
Social media is increasingly pervasive in Kansas and across the country, and participating in it can be problematic for people who are approaching or going through a divorce. For people who are considering ending their marriage, it can be a good idea to take...
