For men and fathers in the military, divorce and child custody issues can become complicated by service time obligations, forcing them to miss meetings and hearings outside of their control. The COVID-19 pandemic has further complicated matters, as members of the military have had to …
CONTINUE READINGMembers of the armed forces are in constant need of support and rightfully so. They have chosen a path that puts themselves on the line, defending our country and providing a safe and stable place for us to live. This requires support not only from …
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Question: Being active duty military, what are my chances of winning custody of my children? Daniel PearceDan Pearce is an Online Editor for Lexicon, focusing on subjects related to the legal services of customers, Cordell & Cordell and Cordell Planning Partners. He has written countless …
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There is an open secret for members of the military. Entering into the union of marriage will increase the funding they get for their service, and the more dependents one has an obligation to, the more funding that they will receive. This incentive creates a …
CONTINUE READINGWhen a member of the military is in the process of getting a divorce, several concerns become apparent. The Uniformed Services Former Spouses’ Protection Act (USFSPA) addresses many of these concerns. The USFSPA authorizes (but does not require) State courts to divide military retired pay …
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