Recent Posts in Family Law

• Posted By Rhode Island Divorce Attorney 29-May-2013

  Can I bring a friend or family member to the free initial consultation?

  Certainly. A friend or family member is welcome to attend. (However, the potential client is entitled to the priviledge of confidentiality with the attorney. If a friend or family member is present during the consultation, the priviledge of ...

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• Posted By Rhode Island Divorce Attorney 7-Jan-2013

  What is a collaborative divorce?

  A collaborative divorce is a non-adversarial process where, prior to filing for divorce in the Court system, the Husband and the Wife each hire an attorney. The Husband, Wife, and attorneys meet one or more times to define the issues, explore ...

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• Posted By Rhode Island Divorce Attorney 22-Oct-2012

  Does Patricia A. Sullivan practice divorce & family law in Massachusetts?

  Because of her experience, reputation, personality, and commitment to client, Pat is one of the most sought after divorce and family law attorneys in Rhode Island. She limits her practice to Rhode Island to allow her Rhode Island divorce and family ...

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• Posted By Rhode Island Divorce Attorney 31-Jul-2012

  Child Support Question

  Q. The Judge ordered me to pay child support then I lost my job. My ex and I verbally agreed to lower my child support until I went back to work. Is the verbal agreement enforcable? A. No it is not. If there is something in writing between you and ...

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• Posted By Rhode Island Divorce Attorney 11-Apr-2012

  If I go through a divorce, will Attorney Sullivan be able to protect my personal injury settlement?

  This is something that will be a goal in your divorce case and, in most circumstances, I will be able to successfully protect the personal injury recovery. There are some nuances to this which we will discuss in the free initial consultation.

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• Posted By Rhode Island Divorce Attorney 11-Apr-2012

  What is a Property Settlement Agreement or Marital Settlement Agreement?

  A Property Settlement Agreement a/k/a a Marital Settlement Agreement is a contract between parties to a divorce which regulates the cusody and support of minor children, the disposition of marital assets, the assignment of marital liabilities, and ...

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• Posted By Rhode Island Divorce Attorney 11-Apr-2012

  What is a Post-Nuptial Agreement?

  A Post-Nuptial Agreement is a contract between two legally married persons who are not contemplating divore but who desire to predetermine which party gets which asset in the event of a divorce.

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• Posted By Rhode Island Divorce Attorney 11-Apr-2012

  What is a Pre-Nuptial Agreement?

  A Pre-Nuptial Agreement is a contract between two persons who are intending to marry each other. Primarily, a Pre-Nuptial Agreement regulates the dispositon of assets acquired by each party prior to the marriage in the event of a divorce or death.

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• Posted By Rhode Island Divorce Attorney 28-Mar-2012

  Is the intital consultation free?

  Yes it is. It is completely free of charge. You will meet directly with Pat Sullivan and spend about 30 minutes discussing your situation.

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