A grinding recession has put already struggling homeowners in a position where household debt loads are quickly becoming unmanageable. Loan modification has become a well known remedy for those experiencing hardships including toxic mortgages, job losses, being underwater on the house, divorce, etc. It has been widely reported that fully half of these modifications end [...]
Bankruptcy can be a dirty word, and an even dirtier experience. If you are facing a dangerous financial situation where bankruptcy seems like an option, you could be dealing with quite a bit of fear. Part of what leads people to make bad decisions is thinking they are the first and only people to go [...]
It is clear that the trial court has general power to award attorney fees pursuant to subsection (a) of this section and also pursuant to the plenary equitable powers of the trial court; however, regardless of the source, the power must be exercised while the trial court retains general jurisdiction over the cause. Where the [...]
Pro bono divorce lawyers offer free legal services to people or charitable organizations. This free legal service is called as pro bono service. Many people are unable to appoint a good lawyer to represent their case as they lack the resources to pay the fees. However, many legal services and organizations offer legal aid to [...]
This article explains the Rhode Island divorce process from pre- filing considerations through trial including Rhode Island divorce law strategy.
Finding a Rhode Island Divorce attorney/ lawyer
The first step in obtaining a divorce from your spouse is finding a Rhode Island attorney who you are comfortable with. Many attorneys give free initial consultations while others charge [...]