The court can decide child custody, visitation, child support, alimony, and division of property. The court can return you last name if you changed it. The court can order one person to keep away from the other. Tell your lawyer or the court if there is family violence in your home . You can ask the court to order the abuser to stay away from you.
Every divorce case is different.
See a lawyer to discuss your individual case. Brochures on child support, domestic violence, public benefits and other topics are available through your local services offices . This booklet gives you general information only. Act immediately if you receive court papers. You may lose your rights if you do not answer the papers.