DIY Divorce

DIY Divorce

Updated June 2022. One thing I usually tell potential clients in an initial consultation is this: you do not NEED a lawyer to get divorced. Many are surprised to hear this come out of a lawyer’s mouth. However, I think it is better to give people information and let...
How to Protect Children During Divorce

How to Protect Children During Divorce

Divorce is difficult for everyone involved, but it is the hardest on the children during divorce. Children do not make the decision for the divorce to occur, but have to deal with many of the ramifications. Luckily there is some guidance on how to help children during...
Divorce: Not Just a Legal Issue

Divorce: Not Just a Legal Issue

Divorce and child custody cases are difficult for all involved. Your lawyer cannot necessarily help you with all of the problems that divorce and child custody cases can cause. Here are some helpful recommendations that I give my clients: 1) Go see a counselor:...
Property and Divorce in Montana

Property and Divorce in Montana

I get a lot of questions about how property will be divided in Montana. Many folks mistakenly believe that we are a “50/50” state when it comes to property, but this is not so. This post will leave out a discussion of maintenance (or alimony) as that is a...
Dogs and Divorce

Dogs and Divorce

Yes, you read that right. Dogs and divorces. I have gone to court more than once when the couple could not agree on who would get the dog in a divorce. I know an attorney who did a full day trial on who got the couple’s pet parrot! Pets are important, and they...