The reason I became a family law attorney was to help people and provide value. It is a rewarding experience when you can step into a difficult situation and walk a family through it, answer their questions, be the voice of reason, and achieve for them the best possible outcome. And I’m not the only…
While no one likes to think about a time when they are no longer around, estate planning is one of the most important things you can do for your family. At Nelson Law Group PC, we help you plan while contemplating and protecting your family’s needs. We also believe in educating our clients, which is…
You’ve lived by the credo that you and your family’s business is exactly that — your business. No one needs to know every detail of what is going on in your world. But when you’re getting a divorce, it’s only a matter of time before rumors spread, and people start asking questions. So, you may…
Avoid Posting On Social Media. Whether it is Facebook or another popular platform, social media is a great place to share what is going on in your world. It is also a great place to catch up with friends and family, connect with your favorite businesses, and, when time allows, lose yourself in something other…
Won’t Sign The Divorce Papers. You finally took the plunge and sent your spouse those long-awaited divorce papers. All you need them to do is sign it — except that they won’t. No matter what you say or how much you push them, they’re not budging. And now you’re worried that neither of you will…
Getting Divorced. Now that you have decided to get a divorce, perhaps the biggest question that’s been lingering in your mind is how you’re going to tell your children. After all, not only is ending your marriage a life-altering and emotionally challenging event for you and your spouse, but it will ultimately change your kids’…
A divorce is a significant, life-changing event. If you’ve decided to take that next step, it’s important to have a general knowledge of some of the divorce terms you’re likely to hear along the way. At Nelson Law Group PC, we believe in educating our clients, which is why we’ve compiled this list of common…
Why does divorce take so long? Great question. First things first, not every divorce is slower than molasses running uphill in the winter. Depending on your situation and how amicable you and your spouse choose to be, your family lawyer could have you divorced a lot faster than you think. But yes, for many people,…
Default Judgment – Defined If you are a party in a lawsuit and fail to perform a court-ordered action, such as appearing before the court by a certain date, the judge hearing the case can hand down what is known as a default judgment. This means they are automatically ruling in favor of the other…
Deciding to get a divorce is a giant step for anyone. Even if you’ve emotionally come to grips with the fact that your marriage is over, and you know beyond a shadow of a doubt that what you’re about to do is the right call, taking those first steps is overwhelming regardless. This is especially…