Initiating the divorce process can be challenging and overwhelming. There is no right or wrong way to do it, but one thing is for sure — you must inform your spouse of your intentions.
Telling your spouse you’re planning to file for divorce can be difficult under any...
The terms of a divorce have a lifelong impact on central matters like financial comfort and child custody. Even in the short term, divorce can lead to significantly greater costs and stress than it needs to.
If you’re planning to go through with a divorce, it’s essential...
The first no-fault divorce law was signed by California Governor Ronald Reagan in 1969. Governor Reagan’s hope in doing so was to eliminate some of the shame and heated court battles that often accompanied divorces in which one party had to prove fault in order to end...
Emotions often run high in divorces. After all, they involve two individuals untangling their lives from one another. The things acquired together and experiences shared can be painful to separate from, which can lead to emotionally charged fights over who gets the home, where the children should live,...
Social media use is as prevalent as ever, with seven out of ten Facebook users admitting to logging in and using the site every day. If you are a daily social media user, you may be accustomed to sharing special moments and big events with your family and friends online.
Your summer plans may include a trip outside the country. Perhaps you have family that resides in Mexico, or your family has a favorite vacation destination in Europe. Wherever your out-of-country travel destination might be, planning for such a trip and getting there can be difficult and require considerable planning.
Life goes on, even during a divorce. After a marriage dissolves, one partner may want to move closer to extended family to help support or care for their children. Or, one partner may have a job offer to relocate to a city that they may not have been...
Spousal support orders are also known as “maintenance” payments. These payments are court-ordered and require one spouse to pay the other after a legal separation or divorce.
These support orders are meant to ensure that both parties can maintain a reasonable...
Divorce can have far-reaching implications for your finances and quality of life. It doesn’t matter whether you and your spouse are on the same page regarding a divorce — you shouldn’t leave your financial future to chance.
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All divorces are logistically, financially, and emotionally difficult. Often, divorce proceedings involve challenging emotions. Even amicable separations are not easy for those involved.
No matter the circumstances in which you find yourself, it is critical to understand the steps to initiate divorce proceedings in New...
