Divorce is a decision to no longer be legally married. The decision to file for divorce is an incredibly difficult step in the process of ending a marriage and beginning to live life independently. Since every family situation is unique, how a divorce becomes finalized depends on the particular circumstances and desired outcome. Whether the decision to end the relationship is amicable or involves disputes requiring litigation, Rame is prepared for every possible situation in order to successfully represent and work with his clients every step of the way.

Some couples may not be ready to officially end their marriage but may want to begin living apart. In this case, a legal separation may be the best option. This can be either a temporary or permanent solution, as one of the usual grounds for divorce is that the couple has been living separate or apart for at least one year. A formal written separation agreement helps couples come to an arrangement regarding living situations, division of property, childcare, and maintaining a standard of living that fits their current needs and lifestyle. Separation agreements can also serve a number of purposes and…

A settlement agreement is a crucial element of a divorce or separation. It outlines the terms and conditions for how a couple will be moving forward and what their future will look like. An effective agreement should address all aspects of life including property, children, financial compensation, and other factors that may be unique to the particular circumstances. Once signed, the settlement agreement becomes a binding contract that both spouses/partners must follow and adhere to. These agreements can be overly complex, intricate, and require special attention to detail in drafting and specific wording to ensure you are fully protected and understand…

When a couple decides to divorce or separate, they need to decide who should get what. These items can include bank accounts, investments, pensions, real and personal property, and even beloved pets. This can be a challenging and unexpectedly chaotic experience, as you may have acquired property and assets before or after your relationship began. When it comes to property and asset division, it is essential you are informed of all the financial consequences and implications which are involved. For example, any outstanding debts such as loans or credit cards, or investments, and future pension benefits, may be factored into the…

Spousal Support is an amount of financial support that one spouse pays the other after their separation or divorce. This is paid to the more financially dependent spouse to account for any loss of income as a result of the separation. For example, this may be because one spouse decided to forego their career in order to provide care for the children. A variety of factors are considered when determining the amount and length of spousal maintenance payments. Many want their divorce to be over as quickly as possible. As a result, important considerations may be missed due to undue stress…

Emergency Protection Orders are designed to protect individuals in situations of family violence. Typically, this requires some sort of proof of threats or violence in order to apply for an EPO to be put in place. Once the EPO is granted it prevents your family member from contacting you and any other family members. This includes your family member not being allowed to come to your place of residence or work. These kinds of situations require immense sensitivity and the ability to navigate the police and court process. Rame has comprehensive experience dealing with EPOs on both sides. Often EPOs can be…