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Divorce proceedings involve making numerous major changes. The spouses have to plan to live separately. They also have to divide their financial resources and parental responsibilities. Certain assets demand more attention and consideration than others. One spouse may...
If you’ve been consuming a lot of advice as you move toward divorce, you’ve probably seen multiple articles on how parents should tell their children they’re divorcing. If you and your spouse don’t have children, you’re likely relieved that you don’t have to go...
Divorcing someone who is fit and healthy is difficult, to say the least, but when they suffer from a substance abuse problem, it is even harder. Sadly, alcoholism can wreck a marriage and complicate the divorce process if it comes to that. If you are serious about...
Many people turn to social media to vent frustrations, share updates or seek support from friends and family. However, what may seem like a harmless post can have significant legal implications during a divorce. In today's connected world, it's natural to want to...
Deciding to divorce is often one of the most difficult choices people have to make, but a step forward toward a new life. Unfortunately, divorces are not always friendly, and dividing assets is almost never an easy task. Divorcing couples will want to focus on big...
Every decision you make during your divorce is crucial. If you want a smooth divorce process, you should make the right moves, including dating. Of course, you can meet someone you are interested in before the process is finalized. Should you make a move or not? This...
Marriage is meant to be a partnership built on trust and mutual support. Unfortunately, there are instances where this trust is shattered, and one spouse may attempt to dissipate assets during a divorce or separation. Dissipation of assets refers to the intentional...
The empty nest syndrome refers to the feelings of sadness, loneliness or depression parents experience after their children leave home for college, work or marriage. This transitional period can be challenging for many couples as they face new realities and redefine...
Being a good co-parent requires doing what is in your child’s best interests. That will not always be what you want in a particular situation, nor what your co-parent or your children want all the time. Here are some things it does mean: #1. A willingness to...
Every divorce has a unique outcome based on the circumstances of the couple's marriage and whether they cooperate with one another or litigate. Property division decisions can vary drastically even when couples have relatively similar overall marital estates. The...