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On Behalf of Law Office of D. Scott Wesley, PLLC | May 20, 2025 | Divorce
Divorce often brings complex questions about how to divide assets fairly, especially retirement accounts. A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is a legal document that helps with this division. Understanding QDRO A QDRO is a court order that assigns retirement...
On Behalf of Law Office of D. Scott Wesley, PLLC | Feb 25, 2025 | Divorce
Spousal support, also called alimony, helps a lower-earning spouse maintain financial stability after divorce. Retirement changes a person’s income, which may lead to adjustments in support obligations. Courts consider multiple factors when deciding whether to modify...
On Behalf of Law Office of D. Scott Wesley, PLLC | Nov 27, 2024 | Divorce
Birdnesting, or "nesting," is a child custody arrangement where the children remain in the family home while parents take turns living there. This approach aims to provide stability for the children during a divorce or separation. However, birdnesting comes with legal...
On Behalf of Law Office of D. Scott Wesley, PLLC | Aug 21, 2024 | Divorce
Divorce is a valid cause for uncertainty about the future. You might understandably worry about your financial stability, child custody and the division of assets. Many worry about their ability to move forward after a marriage ends. Mediation offers a way to address...
On Behalf of Law Office of D. Scott Wesley, PLLC | May 27, 2024 | Estate Planning
At some point, you may be in a situation where you cannot communicate what kind of medical treatment you want to your doctors. Even if you are still young and healthy, a sudden event such as a car accident or a illness could severely disable you. Without advance...
On Behalf of Law Office of D. Scott Wesley, PLLC | Feb 26, 2024 | Divorce
Determining the right time to file for divorce is highly personal and depends on your unique situation. When faced with this decision, you might wonder what factors contribute to finding the right time. There are a few questions to answer as you make that decision....
On Behalf of Law Office of D. Scott Wesley, PLLC | Dec 4, 2023 | Bankruptcy
Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a legal process designed to help individuals and businesses eliminate their debts and get a fresh financial start. However, like many legal matters, there are misconceptions that can cloud understanding. 1. I'll lose everything Contrary to...
On Behalf of Law Office of D. Scott Wesley, PLLC | Aug 30, 2023 | Estate Planning
Creating a will is a crucial step towards ensuring that others respect your wishes when you pass away. However, you should not make a will and then forget about this document. As your life changes, your will should reflect your new circumstances and situation. For...
On Behalf of Law Office of D. Scott Wesley, PLLC | May 18, 2023 | Divorce
Divorce is difficult for everyone, no matter how friendly the parties are. It is not only stressful from a legal and financial standpoint but also from an emotional standpoint. Most people focus on the legal process of divorce and forget to consider the possible...
On Behalf of Law Office of D. Scott Wesley, PLLC | Mar 2, 2023 | Divorce
As a parent undergoing the divorce process, there are many complicated challenges to overcome. Chief among them is determining child custody and building out a parenting plan with your soon-to-be ex-spouse. Simply discussing your parenting responsibilities and coming...
