For many years, divorce lawyers have told their clients to try to shelter their children from the arguments they have with their ex. There are many reasons for this. Perhaps the most important is the theory that children can suffer long-lasting emotional damage from...
More and more, courts award joint custody to both parents when they decide to get divorced. Sole custody situations do still occur, typically when a child’s health and well-being are at stake, but they’re not used lightly. The courts prefer shared custody and consider...
Most people recognize that there are a few things that you should never ask others about and that their health is one such topic. Parents who find themselves negotiating over child custody may not have the luxury of keeping such information private, though. A parent's...
Divorce is far more than the end of a marriage. It can impact your financial well-being for the rest of your life. Yet you’re required to make crucial financial decisions at a time when you may be consumed by myriad emotions that too often lead people to do things...
Many divorcing couples opt to sell their family home and divide the proceeds. Homes in this area are often too much for one person to afford on their own. It’s in both your and your spouse’s best interests to sell your home quickly and for the best possible price....
Contemplating the new year’s arrival can make you contemplate your future, so it’s no surprise that a lot of couples initiate divorce proceedings in the new year. If you’re thinking about getting a divorce in the near future, there’s something you need to do first:...
When you finalize your divorce agreement with your spouse, you hope that you don’t have to end up in a courtroom with them again. Even when you encounter the inevitable disagreements and confusion over some of the provisions, you can probably work them out together....
Aside from matters involving children, property division is one of the most contentious elements of getting a divorce. Both spouses want a property settlement that they believe is balanced and fair. While this seems like a manageable goal, striking the right balance...
When you’re going through a divorce, there is no doubt that it can be emotionally and financially straining. You may be dealing with conflicts or trying to manage coping with the fallout of separating. Adjusting isn’t always easy, but there are three things you can do...
Making the decision to divorce isn’t easy for many parents. You might be worried about how you’re going to get your kids through it. The good news is that children are resilient. They’ll likely take your lead when it comes to how to process the divorce. By taking the...
