Stevens Firm -December 2018

Buttery Roasted Chestnuts Ingredients Whether or not you have an open fire, you can easily roast some chestnuts using this simple, delicious recipe.

• 2 teaspoons kosher salt, or more to taste • Pinch of freshly ground nutmeg • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 2 pounds fresh chestnuts, unpeeled • 2–3 sprigs rosemary • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

The Danger of DIY Divorces

Directions

1. Heat oven to 450 F. 2. Place a large sheet of foil on a rimmed baking sheet. 3. On a large, flat workspace, place chestnuts flat side down. Using a sharp knife, carve an X on the rounded side of each chestnut. 4. In a large bowl of hot water, soak chestnuts for 1 minute. 5. Pat dry and transfer to a medium bowl. Add rosemary, butter, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Toss to coat and transfer to baking sheet. Arrange in a single layer. Gather the edges of the foil together, leaving an opening at the top.

Know When to Seek Help

In our technology-driven society, people have many options when it comes to solving problems. Can’t remember an actor’s name from your favorite Christmas movie? Google it. Can’t pinpoint the missing ingredient in a chocolate chip cookie recipe? Google it. Trying to refurbish the coffee table your mom gave you? You guessed it. In its formative years, the internet was dubbed the “information superhighway” because it contained an inordinate amount of data, but some recent trends have demonstrated that you can’t trust everything you read online. Those of us in the legal field have noticed a shift toward DIY divorces. With legal services being advertised across the internet, many frustrated and often vulnerable couples have opted to use them under the guise of saving money and making the process easier. However, these services tend to cause more harm than help. Here are two of the biggest dangers Unfortunately though, these initial savings can cost you thousands of dollars down the road. You see, the upfront retainer fee pays for your attorney to provide you with the necessary documents required for a divorce in their state, along with a clear and detailed instruction packet. Without this information, filing for divorce is virtually impossible due to the complicated tasks involved with dividing assets. If you hire an attorney, they will likely hire a financial expert to help you in the valuation process. This way, paying more cash upfront will save you money in the end. 2. Varied Custody Issues These services also try to sell clients a child custody and support agreement, which is dangerous because these stock forms don’t allow for variances in a specific case — especially those that involve children. There is no single document that can cover all the unique needs of you and your children. Experienced attorneys will take the time to get to know your case in order to draft an agreement that suits your specific needs. If you have questions about the divorce process or are seeking representation, please don’t hesitate to give us a call at (864) 598-9172 to schedule an initial consultation. associated with DIY divorces. 1. Wasted Money These online services are initially inviting since their costs are lower. For example, they don’t require clients to pay an upfront retainer fee.

6. Roast until peels curl up, about 30–45 minutes. 7. Transfer to a platter and serve while hot or warm.

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