Kharimah Dessow at The Paraclete Law Center, LLC

08/22/2026

Adoption laws can be complex and vary quite a bit from state to state. Different states have their own specific rules regarding background checks, financial stability, and personal history requirements for prospective parents. Being unprepared for the court-ordered investigation process can often lead to unexpected delays and complications.

Learn more about how adoption laws work: https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/adoption?

08/21/2026

A divorce decree doesn't automatically remove your name from a joint mortgage. To protect your credit and financial independence, options like refinancing, spousal buyouts, or selling the home must be explicitly addressed in your settlement.

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One of the biggest decisions splitting couples face is what to do with their home. Here’s what to know about divorce and your mortgage.

08/20/2026

Can a nursing home hold family members personally responsible for a relative's care bills? Under federal law, admission contracts cannot force caregivers to guarantee payment from personal assets. Learn how to review agreements and protect your estate

https://www.consumerfinance.gov/consumer-tools/educator-tools/resources-for-older-adults/know-your-rights-caregivers-and-nursing-home-debt/

08/19/2026

Dividing a shared home during a divorce? From selling and splitting proceeds to buyout refinances and temporary joint ownership, choosing the right path requires clear financial strategy. Learn how to evaluate your options.

Here are the three main ways you can divide up your home's equity after a divorce.

08/18/2026

What happens to your assets if you pass away without a valid will? Dying intestate leaves major financial decisions to state probate courts instead of your loved ones. Learn how intestate succession works and why having a clear plan matters. https://www.investopedia.com/terms/i/intestate.asp

08/17/2026

Failing to report a car crash can jeopardize your legal rights and leave you responsible for unexpected costs. Most state laws and insurance policies require prompt reporting whenever an accident involves injuries or property damage above a certain limit. Official accident records help verify the facts and ensure your insurance coverage remains valid.

Criminal charges, license suspension, insurance denial — the serious consequences of failing to report a crash.

08/15/2026

Child support orders aren't set in stone, but they don't update automatically. Whether due to a job change, deployment, or disability, requesting a modification requires showing a substantial change in circumstances to the issuing court. Read our guide to learn more.

https://www.findlaw.com/family/child-support/child-support-modification.html

08/14/2026

One of the most common misconceptions we hear. Fault matters in South Carolina, just not always in the way people expect. ⚖️

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08/14/2026

An uncontested divorce means both spouses fully agree on critical terms like property division, debt responsibility, and child custody. Putting these agreed terms into a formal settlement document helps protect your individual rights and long-term financial security. Reaching a complete agreement gives both parties full control over the outcome instead of leaving final life choices to a judge.

https://www.justia.com/family/divorce/the-divorce-process/contested-vs-uncontested-divorce/

08/13/2026

A complete estate plan does more than just outline who inherits your belongings. Key documents like a living will and power of attorney protect your medical preferences and financial assets if you ever become unable to make decisions for yourself. Ensuring these legal protections are updated and properly structured gives you and your family essential peace of mind.

It may make sense to hire an estate planning attorney to help formulate or review your estate plan for all but the simplest circumstances.