Author: Leigh Daniel, Attorney at Law

1 – Be reasonable when it comes to child custody visitation schedules. You may be the one asking for flexibility the next time and need the favor returned. 2 – Send receipts for medical bills. Send them with both the statement of what was done and the charge and proof…

When we envision marriage many of us may think of the passionate phrase, “Till death do us part.” However, for some of us, that fairytale image of a romantic marriage is parted while we are still alive and kicking. This brings us to the topic of divorce and the legal…

In most marriages, the income levels of the two spouses will differ slightly or significantly. When spouses decide to divorce, one of the most challenging issues to navigate is how finances will be split. For both parties’ needs to be met, the court may order the divorcing spouse with the…

Leigh Daniel and her team value transparency. We know we’ve likely been in your Facebook feed with Facebook Live videos, hosting conversations, etc. because we know that now is not a time to stay silent. Black Lives Matter The racially charged events happening throughout the country deeply affect all of…

Preparing for divorce involves more than filing a complaint with the court, or even just hiring an attorney. There are legal, emotional, parental, and financial aspects to attend to when deciding to end your marriage. For stay-at-home parents, divorce presents unique financial issues, especially if you are completely financially dependent…

You Don’t Need to Leave the House to Meet with Our Lawyers We all have a duty to keep ourselves, our families, our neighbors, and our communities safe right now. This means temporarily reshaping the way we live our lives to combat the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). At Leigh Daniel Family…

If you’ve decided to file for divorce, or if your spouse has served you with divorce papers, it is crucial to hire an attorney you can trust to help protect your interests. There is a lot to think about when choosing the right attorney to represent you. Some people wonder…

Deciding how and when to tell your partner that you want a divorce is extremely difficult. Everyone’s situation is unique when it comes to divorce. You and your partner may have been discussing divorce for some time, or it may come as a complete surprise to your partner. Whatever the…

Life is constantly changing in ways we might never have expected. Sometimes divorce is one of those life-altering moments. Don’t rush into the process unprepared. Take the time to think about your situation and beware of some of the most common mistakes people make before jumping into divorce. Here are…

Mediation is a common form of alternative dispute resolution that allows people to privately work out legal agreements to certain contested issues. Mediation can work very well in divorce cases when both spouses are willing to compromise on disputes. Mediation is not necessarily for all people, and you should try…