Family Law Blog
What to Do When You’ve Been Served Divorce Papers
A divorce starts in Maine when one party files a complaint for divorce with the District Court in the county in which either spouse resides. As part of this initial process, the divorcing spouse ( the “complainant”) serves the opposing party (the “defendant” or “respondent”) with the divorce papers ...
How to Prepare a Parenting Plan in Maine
During a divorce with minor children in Maine, it’s essential to prepare a viable parenting plan. Getting this part right can save time, expenses, and stress as the spouses work out how they will co-parent the children after they separate. However, addressing emotional issues where you may not see ...
Filing for Divorce Citing Irreconcilable Differences in Maine
No-fault Divorce Citing Irreconcilable Differences If you’re considering filing for divorce in Maine, one of the most common and straightforward options is to cite irreconcilable differences. Maine is both a no-fault and at-fault divorce state, which means you can legally end your marriage without placing blame on your spouse—or ...
Understanding the Impact of Divorce and Separation on Children
Everyone involved in a divorce—including the family law attorneys—should consider the well-being and future happiness of separating families, not just the legal situation. Divorce and separation almost always involve intense emotions and upheaval for families with children. Sometimes, during disagreements and disputes, children are exposed to negative situations that ...
When Divorce Mediation Is Not the Best Option for Your Family
Mediation is often touted as the best way to resolve the inevitable issues that come up in most divorces in Maine—but is that always true? Divorce issues could involve child custody, marital property division, spousal support, or another matter. Alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation, collaboration, and arbitration can ...
Grounds for Involuntary Termination of Parental Rights
Termination of Parental Rights in Maine The termination of parental rights is a decision that family courts in Maine do not take lightly. An order will temporarily or permanently end a parent’s right to make decisions for or spend time with their child—and can legally end their relationship permanently. ...
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