Monthly Archives: January 2026
How to Speed Up a Jacksonville Divorce
Many people are eager to finalize a divorce so they can begin dating again. Others simply want to be free of any legal entanglement with their ex. Call Empowerment Legal, PLLC. We can discuss whether an uncontested divorce is right for you. The good news is that couples have considerable power to determine the… Read More »
The Trump Administration is Trying to Cancel Thousands of Asylum Applications
This is a difficult time to seek asylum in the U.S. Although the Immigration and Nationality Act continues to provide for asylum, the reality is that every presidential administration attempts to enforce its own vision of immigration law. That is no different today. According to media reports, the Trump administration believes that many asylum… Read More »
Naturalization Statistics in the United States
Despite a tough, anti-immigrant climate, almost a million people are naturalized each year in the U.S. At Empowerment Legal, PLLC, we realize that citizenship is a dream for many people, but it might appear out of reach. Call our office. We can discuss whether you are eligible to become a naturalized citizen. If so,… Read More »
What is an Uncontested Divorce?
An uncontested divorce is an excellent way to reduce the cost of ending your marriage. A divorce “uncontested” a couple agrees on all the critical issues involved in a divorce. If you disagree on even a single issue, then your divorce is contested, and the court will have to decide the issue. Contact Empowerment… Read More »
Can You Stop Paying Alimony when Your Ex Starts a New Relationship?
Alimony payments are a burden, and many of our clients are eager to stop paying as soon as possible. What happens if your ex starts a new relationship? Can you stop paying alimony, and what steps must you take? The good news is that modification is often possible when the recipient starts a new… Read More »
Do You Have a Strong Appeal for VA Benefits?
There are many steps in a claim for VA benefits. Most people who are initially denied benefits can bring an appeal. But is an appeal worth your time? Not everyone is approved on appeal, and a weak claim will not result in benefits. Empowerment Legal, PLLC, has handled many appeals, so we know when… Read More »
How Lay Opinion Letters Can Develop a VA Disability Claim
Lay opinion letters are statements from non-experts who have useful evidence for a VA disability claim. They are usually written by friends, family, or co-workers who have first-hand observations of the servicemember who filed for disability benefits. Lay opinion letters are often critical in a VA disability case. Anyone seeking benefits must connect their… Read More »