About Valerie Keene, J.D.

Valerie Keene graduated magna cum laude from the University of Arkansas School of Law, was a finalist in the 2014 National Moot Court Competition, and participated in the Arkansas Law Review. She is a licensed attorney who primarily practices family law and estate planning. She is a regular contributor to several legal sites and her prolific writing career has focused on law, finance and business.

What Is Alimony? The Comprehensive Guide

2024-01-12T18:51:42+00:00

What Is Alimony? (Spousal Support) Alimony, or spousal support, is financial support that one spouse pays to another spouse, usually because the resource or earning capacity of the spouses is quite different. Alimony can be paid as a lump sum or paid on an ongoing basis. The amount and duration of alimony payments is

What Is Alimony? The Comprehensive Guide2024-01-12T18:51:42+00:00

How To File For Legal Separation

2023-02-04T16:07:24+00:00

If you would like to separate from your spouse but you are not prepared to initiate a divorce action, you can file for legal separation in most states. You will need to prepare a petition you submit to the court in which you can ask for specific relief, such as the division of your

How To File For Legal Separation2023-02-04T16:07:24+00:00

5 Qualities To Look For In A Divorce Lawyer

2023-03-24T13:38:17+00:00

Choosing a divorce lawyer can be an extremely daunting process, and it’s easy to get lost in the complex jargon and unfamiliar concepts. Your divorce settlement will inevitably have significant consequences on your wellbeing for a long time to come, and it’s imperative that you hire a qualified professional who will secure you the most

5 Qualities To Look For In A Divorce Lawyer2023-03-24T13:38:17+00:00