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Family law encompasses legal matters related to family relationships, such as marriage, divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, and domestic violence. It governs the rights, obligations, and responsibilities of individuals within these relationships.  Attorney Paul Moses has literally handled more family law cases than any other area of his practice, and he would be happy to discuss your case and questions.  Call us at 406.630.3032.

To get married in Montana, you must obtain a marriage license from the County Clerk and Recorder's Office in any Montana county.  Both parties must be at least 18 years old (or have parental consent if under 18). You will need to provide identification, pay the necessary fees, and comply with any waiting periods or other requirements set by the county.

In Montana, the legal age to get married without parental consent is 18. However, individuals aged 16 or 17 may marry with the written consent of both parents or of the parent having legal custody, or with the permission of a district court judge.

No, Montana is not a community property state. It follows the principle of equitable distribution, which means that marital property is divided fairly but not necessarily equally.

Yes, Montana allows for legal separation. In Montana, legal separation is a legal process that allows married couples to live apart while still remaining legally married. It provides a formal arrangement for issues such as child custody, spousal support, and division of assets, similar to a divorce. Legal separation can be an option for couples who want to take a temporary break from their marriage or need time to work on their relationship without ending the marriage completely. 

In order to seek a divorce in Montana, you must have lived in Montana for at least 90 days before filing or be a member of the military stationed in Montana while a member of the armed services.

Montana is a no-fault divorce state, which means that either spouse can seek a divorce without proving that the other spouse did something wrong. The grounds for divorce include irreconcilable differences, or that there is serious marital discord that adversely affects the attitude of one or both of the parties towards the marriage which has caused the breakdown of the marriage. 

Yes, prenuptial agreements (also called premarital agreements) are generally enforceable in Montana.  However, they must meet certain criteria to be valid, such as being in writing, being voluntarily signed by both parties, and being entered into without any signs of coercion or fraud.

Mediation is a process where a neutral third party helps divorcing couples or separated parents reach agreements on issues such as child custody, visitation, and support. Mediation is encouraged in Montana to promote cooperative decision-making, but it is not mandatory.

Depends on your sense of humor, we suppose.  We've made an attempt on our page dedicated to Family Law Funnies.

No, but you can do your own brain surgery, too.  In either instance, the results will be the same:  bloody and irreversible.  So while you are not required to have an attorney, it is highly recommended to seek experienced legal representation for family law matters.