Maine has adopted a new formula for calculating general spousal support, replacing a system that gave judges broad discretion with no set method for reaching a number. This guide walks through what changed, when it takes effect, and what it means if you’re considering divorce or already navigating one. How Spousal Support Used to Work […]
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By Jason M. Rice, Esq. | Dirigo Divorce | Springvale, Maine Last Updated: August 2026 | 7-Minute Read If you are involved in a contested custody case in Maine, you may hear the term guardian ad litem — often abbreviated as GAL. For many parents, this is an unfamiliar concept that can feel intimidating or
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For most couples, the family home is the largest asset in a divorce. It’s also the most emotionally charged. Questions about who gets the house — or what happens to it — are among the most common and difficult to resolve in any Maine divorce proceeding. Here’s what you need to know. Is the Family
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Retirement accounts are often among the most valuable assets a couple owns — yet they’re also among the most misunderstood in a divorce. Dividing a 401(k), pension, or similar retirement plan requires more than just an agreement: it typically requires a specific legal order. Here’s what Maine divorcing spouses need to know. Are Retirement Accounts
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If you and your spouse agree on everything — property, finances, and parenting — you might be wondering whether you really need a lawyer. It’s a fair question. An uncontested divorce in Maine is simpler than a contested one, but ‘simple’ doesn’t mean risk-free. Here’s an honest look at your options. What Is an Uncontested
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One of the first questions people ask when they consider divorce is: how long will this actually take? The answer depends on several factors — including whether your divorce is contested or uncontested, how quickly both parties can reach agreements, and how busy your local court is. This guide walks through what to expect at
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By Jason M. Rice, Esq. | Dirigo Divorce | Springvale, Maine Last Updated: June 2026 | 7-Minute Read A prenuptial agreement — sometimes called a premarital agreement or simply a prenup — is one of the most practical and underutilized legal tools available to couples planning to marry. Despite their reputation, prenuptial agreements are not
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By Jason M. Rice, Esq. | Dirigo Divorce | Springvale, MaineLast Updated: April 2026 | 7-Minute Read If you are going through a divorce or custody dispute in Maine, you have likely heard the word mediation. Maybe your attorney mentioned it. Maybe the court ordered it. Or maybe you are exploring it as an alternative
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By Jason M. Rice, Esq. | Dirigo Divorce | Springvale, Maine Last Updated: May 2026 | 8-Minute Read When a marriage ends, one of the most practical and consequential questions is: who gets what? Property division touches almost every aspect of a couple’s financial life — the family home, retirement accounts, bank accounts, vehicles, businesses,
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By Jason M. Rice, Esq. | Dirigo Divorce | Springvale, Maine Last Updated: April 2026 | 9-Minute Read If you are going through a divorce or separation in Maine and you have children, custody is likely the issue that matters most to you. It is also the issue that causes the most anxiety — because
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