Divorce

Rhode Island Divorce Lawyer

If you are considering filing for divorce, or if your spouse has filed for divorce, you need a lawyer you can talk to.

Since 1983, Attorney Mark B. Morse has offered individuals and families quality representation in divorce cases and other family law matters. The foundation for our firm's successes lies in our ability to provide clients with an open forum in which to discuss their concerns. Attorney Morse takes the time to listen to your concerns. He will educate you on your legal options so you can make informed decisions throughout your divorce.

The divorce process involves taking apart a life you built with another person and focusing on the new life you will live after your divorce. Contact The Law Office of Mark B. Morse in Providence today for a complimentary consultation.

Child Custody · Child Support · Property Division · Alimony

Our Providence divorce lawyer offers a full range of divorce and legal separation services. As an experienced litigator, he will pursue and protect your interests at all stages - from initial negotiations to a marital settlement agreement or trial. We help clients resolve all divorce-related issues, including child custody and child support, visitation and parenting time, and the division of marital property and alimony.

Our law firm has helped many spouses retain possession of the marital home and work out agreements regarding pensions, retirement accounts and other financial assets. Attorney Morse works to help his clients obtain their fair share when dividing the marital property. We have successfully represented husbands and wives in disputes over the payment of spousal support (alimony) and child support, including enforcement and modification motions.

We understand that a divorce is difficult whatever the circumstances were that led to the break-up of the marriage. Some spouses have difficulty making decisions during this emotionally stressful time. As an experienced divorce lawyer, Mark Morse encourages his clients to make rational decisions based upon a clear understanding of the possible outcomes. He will help you focus on creating a brighter future for you and your children after the divorce is final.

Grounds for Divorce in Rhode Island

Every divorce filed in Rhode Island must declare the grounds for which the divorce is granted. The options are no-fault grounds and fault grounds.

Conditions for no-fault grounds: irreconcilable differences or living separate for at least three years.

Conditions for fault grounds: impotency, adultery, extreme cruelty, desertion, drunkenness, drug abuse, neglecting to provide for spouse, and gross misbehavior.