At least one spouse must have been a resident of Rhode Island for a minimum of one year immediately before filing for divorce. If neither party meets [...]
The cost of a Rhode Island divorce depends on whether it is contested or uncontested and the complexity of the issues involved. Uncontested divorces with full agreement [...]
Alimony — also called spousal support — may be awarded in Rhode Island divorces, but it is not automatic. The court evaluates factors including the length of [...]
Child custody in Rhode Island is determined based on the best interests of the child. The court considers factors including each parent's relationship with the child, stability [...]
Rhode Island follows the principle of equitable distribution, meaning marital property is divided fairly but not necessarily equally. The court considers factors including the length of the [...]
In an uncontested divorce, both spouses agree on all issues including property division, child custody, child support, and alimony. In a contested divorce, one or more of [...]
