Carolyn Goodman - Attorney at Law
 

Frequently Asked Questions:
Divorce in Washington DC

District Of Columbia (DC) Divorce:

What is the difference between an Uncontested Divorce and a Contested Divorce in the District of Columbia?
What is the difference between an Absolute Divorce and a Legal Separation in the District of Columbia?
Do I need a Legal Separation?
Can I be divorced in DC if I was married in another state?
Do both parties have to be residents of the District of Columbia to file for divorce in DC?
Can I live under the same roof with my spouse and still be considered separated?
Do I have to say that my spouse is at fault in order to file for divorce in DC?
How do I change my name when I get divorced?
When will my divorce be final?

Separation Agreement:

What are my options if I don’t want the court to resolve the issues?
What is included in a Separation and Property Settlement Agreement?

Property Division In DC Divorce:

What type of property is distributed in a divorce?
What property is considered Marital Property?
What property is considered Separate Property?
What happens to our debts?
How is property divided if my spouse and I cannot agree?

Child Custody And Visitation:

What types of custody and visitation arrangements can be made for my children?
What does Legal Custody mean?
What does Physical Custody mean?
How can I see my children if I do not want to have custody?