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Divorce does not need to be an acrimonious process. Spouses do not have to fight with one another. They have the option of pursuing an uncontested divorce where they arrive at specific terms for property division and parenting matters through mutual agreement instead...
Few things are more heartbreaking than watching your relationship with your child start to slip away, especially when it feels like someone else is pulling the strings. When a co-parent begins to speak negatively about you or tries to influence your child’s feelings,...
When facing divorce, deciding what happens to your family home involves significant financial considerations. You must determine if keeping the house is financially viable on a single income. The mortgage payment, property taxes, insurance and maintenance costs can...
There are several matters that are discussed during a divorce. One of the most important for many families is child custody. Parents can agree to a child custody arrangement, allowing each to retain their legal right to raise their child. However, if parents cannot...
When it comes time for spouses to divide their property during a divorce, they sometimes find that some of their most valuable assets are gifts they’ve received from family, friends and others over the years. Unfortunately, they must determine which of their assets...
Divorce doesn’t have to mean courtroom battles and emotional turmoil. For couples seeking a less adversarial process, collaborative divorce can offer a dignified alternative. This approach focuses on mutual respect, open communication and shared solutions, making it...
Mediation is a common litigation alternative during divorce. Spouses sit down to discuss their disagreements with a professional. They work toward a compromise that they both agree is appropriate. Mediation can be beneficial for people in many different...
One of the key goals in a divorce is to separate your finances from your spouse's. It’s part of gaining the independence from each other you desire. So how do joint bank accounts and joint credit cards fit into this? You will need to close all your joint bank accounts...
Divorcing couples need to split up their marital assets, such as the contents of a bank account or their retirement savings. They also have to split up their marital debts. This could include a car loan, credit card debt, a home mortgage and things of this nature....
No law states a divorce must be a highly contentious affair with yelling. In fact, most people would prefer a more civil option. Fortunately, a collaborative approach to divorce offers a way for couples to settle their differences without the courtroom drama. Mutually...