Q. Do the July 2013 changes to the NH Child Support Guidelines give cause to have the guidelines reviewed?

A. No, this is not an exception without other circumstances that would permit review by the Court alone. 

The Law Office of Richard E. Clark, LLC handles divorce litigation throughout Rockingham and Strafford County. Offices are located in Portsmouth NH, Dover NH, 

and Newburyport, MA, For more information visit www.NHseacoastLawyers.com. Attorney Clark can be contacted at (603) 431-0009.

Disclaimer: The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters and electronic mail. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send any confidential information to us until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established.

Q. Who can give their property to another by will based on NH law?

A.  RSA 551:1 states: Every person of the age of eighteen years and married persons under that age, of sane mind, may devise and dispose of their property, real and personal, and of any right or interest they may have in any property, by their last will in writing.

The Law Office of Richard E. Clark, LLC is experienced in drafting will, trusts, powers of attorney, living wills, organ donor agreements and heath care powers of attorney. Attorney Richard E. Clark handles these matters throughout the States of NH and MA. The Law Office of Richard E. Clark, LLC has offices located in Portsmouth NH, Dover NH, and Newburyport, MA, For more information on NH estate planning law, please go to www.NHseacoastLawyers.com.

Attorney Clark can be contacted at (603) 431-0009.

Disclaimer: The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters and electronic mail. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send any confidential information to us until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established.

Q. If I’m convicted of illegal drug possession or sale of illegal drugs after I submit my FAFSA, will it affect my federal financial aid?

A. “If you are convicted of possessing or selling drugs after you submit your FAFSA, you must notify the financial aid administrator at your college immediately. You will lose your eligibility for federal student aid and will be required to pay back all aid you received after your conviction.” This is a quote from the FAFSA Application last updated on July 1, 2013.

If you are a student or have received Federal Financial Aid, the implications of a poorly handled drug possession or drug distribution charge can have severe collateral consequences.

The Law Office of Richard E. Clark, LLC is experienced in criminal law and handles these matters throughout the States of NH and MA. The Law Office of Richard E. Clark, LLC has offices located in Portsmouth NH, Dover NH, and Newburyport, MA, For more information on NH personal injury and auto accident law, please go to www.NHseacoastLawyers.com.

Attorney Clark can be contacted at (603) 431-0009 for a free criminal phone consultation.

Disclaimer: The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters and electronic mail. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send any confidential information to us until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established.

Q. What is the Temporary Hearing in a NH divorce proceeding?

A. During a New Hampshire Temporary Court Hearing one must be prepared to present their case to the Court, and deal with the opposing attorney's objections. Some common issues to address in a Temporary Hearing include, who resides in the marital home, who pays the bills, what bills each party pays, spousal support obligations/alimony, who claims tax exemptions for children, custody issues, health insurance, motor vehicles, and most issues dealing with finances.

Attorney Richard E. Clark is experienced in handling divorce related Court hearings. The Temporary Hearing term is deceptive. The Temporary Orders usually have long-term impact, lasting until the divorce is finalized. Poor preparation and inexperience will damage your case and may have long-term implications.

The Law Office of Richard E. Clark, LLC handles divorce litigation throughout Rockingham and Strafford County. Offices are located in Portsmouth NH, Dover NH, and Newburyport, MA, For more information visit www.NHseacoastLawyers.com. Attorney Clark can be contacted at (603) 431-0009.

Disclaimer: The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters and electronic mail. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send any confidential information to us until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established.

Q. What are the most common mistakes people make when filing for divorce in NH?

A.  Many fail to meet with an experienced divorce attorney before the NH Petition for Divorce is filed. The time for planning is before the divorce petition is completed. New Hampshire law prohibits parties from doing a list of items when a divorce petition has been filed. This list is mandated by the Court.

   The emotion turmoil caused from going through a divorce prevents people from acting objectively. Those that come to the Law Office of Richard E. Clark agree the first meeting is the most important. Attorney Clark analyzes a long list of factors to assess his client’s situation and exposures. The strategy starts before the divorce is filed. If you have been served, the time to seek legal advise is now.

    Most also don’t expect to go through financial trauma. Meeting an experienced divorce lawyer will help you in resolving complex financial issues. Some include spousal support, permanent alimony, health insurance, child support, mortgage payments and car payments.

    The Law Office of Richard E. Clark, LLC handles divorce litigation throughout Rockingham and Strafford County. Offices are located in Portsmouth NH, Dover NH, and Newburyport, MA, For more information visit www.NHseacoastLawyers.com. Attorney Clark can be contacted at (603) 431-0009.

Disclaimer: The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. We invite you to contact us and welcome your calls, letters and electronic mail. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send any confidential information to us until such time as an attorney-client relationship has been established.