Stock options can be worth thousands of dollars, but what if you cannot access them yet? If you or your spouse receives stock-based compensation, divorce can raise questions about its treatment in the marital estate. The answer may depend on whether the benefit has...
Sometimes, one person of a couple just doesn’t want to admit the marriage is over. Other times, they don’t want to lose control. Either way, it isn’t uncommon for one spouse to resist a divorce by refusing to participate. What happens if your spouse refuses to sign...
Title defects and similar problems can cause a real estate transaction to grind to a halt. Potential buyers generally know their options when a situation comes up – but what if you’re the would-be seller? You may need a quiet title action, which is a type of lawsuit...
A lot of entrepreneurs start their businesses as sole proprietorships simply because it is simple, inexpensive and requires minimal effort to maintain. Operating as a sole proprietor, in essence, can let you get your business up and running pretty fast – without all...
Summertime is supposed to be “fun time” for the whole family – but the moment school lets out, divorced or separated parents can find themselves embroiled in new custody conflicts. Even parents who are normally cooperative during the rest of the year can end up...
Whether you’re buying or selling a home, it can be a stressful experience even before you discover there is a legal claim against the property. Yet, property liens are a much more common issue than most people realize, and they can create serious problems. In some...
Commercial leases are inherently more complicated than residential ones, and they come in multiple forms, but the triple net – or NNN – lease tends to generate the most confusion – and the most potential problems. While they are common, triple net leases have...
You have spent weeks brainstorming the perfect name for your new venture. However, before you print business cards or launch a website, you must ensure that name is legally yours to use in Indiana. Picking a name that is already in use can lead to costly rebranding or...
If you paused your schooling or career to focus on your marriage and children, divorce can take a heavy emotional and financial toll. It is natural to worry about how you will support yourself in this transition. Fortunately, Indiana family courts can bridge the gap...
Divorce often brings emotional and financial uncertainty. If you are going through a divorce and have received or expect to receive an inheritance, you might wonder how divorce could affect property division after the marriage ends. Most people often assume...
