Divorce Dictionary
A B C D E F G H I J L M N O P Q R S T U V WLEGAL CUSTODY
the authority of one parent or both parents to make legal decisions regarding health, education and welfare of the child.
LEGAL SEPARATION
a legal lawsuit for support while the spouses are living separate and apart.
LITIGATION
the process of fighting a legal dispute in the court system.
LUMP-SUM ALIMONY
a spousal support that is ordered to be paid in a fixed amount. The completion of the payment may be made in installments. (see spousal support section).
