You didn’t imagine you’d be in this situation when you said your vows. I’m not going to ask you to be happy about it right now. But I will tell you that a divorce doesn’t have to be a torturous…
Read MoreThe vast majority of couples that separate do go on to divorce — 80% within three years, according to a recent study by researchers at Ohio State University. A small percentage (about 5%) of separated couples ultimately reconcile. But 15%…
Read MoreIf you’re getting divorced and you’ve been covered by your spouse’s health insurance, you’re probably going to lose that coverage. Once the divorce is final, you can no longer be on your spouse’s plan. In most instances, you have a…
Read MoreIt’s tempting to try to save money on your divorce by doing it yourself. After all, few of us like to spend money on things we’re probably not going to enjoy. But skimping on your divorce is a dangerous prospect….
Read MoreIf you’re in the early stages of a divorce or considering divorce, you probably have a lot of questions about the money stuff. Will I be broke after this divorce? Will I have to pay alimony? And if so, will…
Read MoreWhile divorce can be a trying time emotionally, the legal aspects of a divorce are largely financial. How can a court separate out all the assets that a couple has acquired during their marriage? Or, if you’re negotiating a pre-court…
Read MoreThinking about leaving your family home can be one of the most difficult parts of a divorce. And in many divorces, the family home is the largest asset. So it plays a significant role in the financial negotiations. Understanding how…
Read MoreEvery couple is different. Every divorce is different. We can’t give you a list of 10 things everyone should do to prepare for a divorce because your divorce probably won’t look like the last one we handled — or the…
Read MoreMediation has become an increasingly popular way to settle disputes without getting a judge involved. Many couples use mediation during their divorce to reduce costs and eliminate the drama that often comes with litigation. If this is your first divorce,…
Read MoreLegal processes can often feel confusing and scary — what do all these strange words mean? What are the rules? How can I be sure I’m doing it correctly? A good divorce attorney partners with you throughout your divorce so…
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