On behalf of Canfield Madow Law Group, PLLC | Jul 2, 2020 | Divorce
“Son, I have something to tell you. Your mom and I are…” As a member of the military, you’ve had much harder conversations in the field. You’ve told soldiers that they are going to lose a leg, you’ve informed others that they’ve lost a colleague. Yet, having to...
On behalf of Canfield Madow Law Group, PLLC | Jun 22, 2020 | Divorce
You can join the military right out of high school. If you do, and you’re already dating the person you want to marry, are you going to rush it and get married as soon as you can? It is a common tactic. Some studies have found that 50% of those in the military get...
On behalf of Canfield Madow Law Group, PLLC | Jun 11, 2020 | Divorce
You’ve been in the Navy, and you are working hard to better yourself and further your career. You’ve been married for several years, and your spouse has been patient while you’ve been sent around the world to different bases and on different operations. You finally...
On behalf of Canfield Madow Law Group, PLLC | May 4, 2020 | Divorce
Serving in the military can be a meaningful and rewarding career, but it can also put a lot of strain on your personal relationships. Military service can mean going months without direct physical interaction with your spouse, which can result in a growing distance...
On behalf of Canfield Madow Law Group, PLLC | Apr 14, 2020 | Divorce
If you are married to someone in the military and thinking about getting a divorce, you are probably wondering if you will still be able to receive health care benefits. The answer to this lies in The Uniformed Services Former Spouse Protection Act (USFSPA). The...
On behalf of Canfield Madow Law Group, PLLC | Apr 6, 2020 | Divorce
The origins of the Dear John letter are a bit unclear. It almost certainly stems from the fact that John is one of the more popular English-language names in history. But that specific phrase, especially for soldiers, has become a harbinger of a breakup. Essentially,...
On behalf of Canfield Madow Law Group, PLLC | Mar 30, 2020 | Divorce
When you think about the ways that your loved ones can affect you, you likely don’t think that they will be a source of risk for your marriage, unless the person you think about happens to be your spouse. However, research shows that divorce might actually be...
On behalf of Canfield Madow Law Group, PLLC | Mar 20, 2020 | Divorce
Some couples manage to remain friends after a divorce, while others just want to be done with each other, so they can walk away. Then, of course, some couples end up in what can seem like a never-ending battle to the bitter end. Which category will your divorce fall...
On behalf of Canfield Madow Law Group, PLLC | Mar 6, 2020 | Divorce
Divorce will alter your financial circumstances in a number of ways, so it’s critical to have a clear understanding of where things are headed and what you can do to maintain a sense of stability. There are hundreds of money-related mistakes you can make before,...
On behalf of Canfield Madow Law Group, PLLC | Feb 17, 2020 | Divorce
After you decide to divorce, it won’t be long before you’re thinking about what will happen to your asset and debts. More specifically, you want to secure as many assets as possible, while avoiding liabilities. Organization is key to your success, so it’s critical to...
