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No one wants to get divorced, but it happens. People change, and the person you are married to five, ten, or fifteen years down the line is rarely the person you originally married. Consulting with a qualified divorce attorney is crucial if you and/or your spouse are considering splitting up. Together, you can consider the […]

This guide covers details how divorce works in Washington DC including the divorce process, eligibility, legal requirements, how to file and more. If you still have questions, don’t worry—Petrelli Previtera, LLC lawyers are here to walk you through all the needs and grounds for divorce. Let’s dive deeper: D.C. Is a No-Fault Divorce State Once […]

So your ex brought your child back late for the fifth weekend in a row? It happens. Living with a custody order is manageable. However, when your ex isn’t keen on holding their end of the deal, it turns into a different case altogether. Treading this thin line, trying to understand the laws, and juggling […]

Divorce is a complicated process, both emotionally and financially. If you and your spouse are considering divorce in the District of Columbia, you may be wondering how much it will cost. In this article, we will discuss the cost of divorce in DC, from filing fees to lawyer fees. We will also discuss the different […]

In Washington, DC, the divorce process can take anywhere from 3 months to a few years depending on a variety of factors. A divorce in Washington DC is typically initiated by one spouse filing a complaint for a divorce. The other spouse must then be served with the complaint, and the process is officially underway. […]

A divorce is a very trying time in your life. After all, your entire life is changing. After having spent years with someone, you are now once again on your own. You may have to live simpler since you are no longer a dual income household. You may have to adjust your whole routine, especially […]

For various reasons, including religious concerns, health insurance concerns, pension and social security benefits, and even a desire to eventually reconcile, couples in troubled relationships may opt for legal separation rather than divorce. To help you through the process, we’ve compiled a list of five important facts about legal separations in Maryland. There’s No Such […]

A status hearing is an opportunity for the parties in a divorce case to inform and update the court about the progress made on previously-identified issues and to determine the best next steps. The court will address issues during the hearing based on the past matters and suggestions raised by the court, the progress so […]

Many people are unaware of the potential risks associated with a Do-It-Yourself (DIY) estate plan and trust. A DIY estate plan is one that is created without the assistance of an estate planning attorney, and can result in a number of serious problems. Here, we will discuss the reasons why it is best to avoid […]

Are Divorce Records Public? There are certain events in a person’s life that must be recorded by the state as part of its public and vital records. These records which include a child’s birth, a marriage, a divorce, and a person’s death, are reported to the Illinois Department of Public Health. There are many reasons […]