Divorce is an emotional process that is challenging in so many different ways. It can leave you with feelings of hurt, anger and loss amongst others. When you’re just getting started, the divorce process can also leave you feeling overwhelmed by all the decisions you...
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Strategies to keep the peace in the divorce process
For many struggling couples, the failure of a marriage is akin to the death of a loved one. Emotions range from relief to anger. Regardless of how long the union lasted, soon-to-be exes deal with a sense of mourning. With that loss also comes the fear of starting an...
Divorcing a violent or dangerous person
Ending a marriage is difficult at the best of times. In situations where abuse and violence are involved, it is much harder, especially if the person filing for divorce is the person who has been abused. What is domestic violence? Domestic violence can occur in many...
Is your spouse hiding assets?
When you file for divorce, all property and assets acquired during your marriage go through property division. Many couples go through this process in good faith, disclosing all their financial information. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Some individuals...
Potential options for child custody
Splitting up time with the children can be complicated when you get divorced, and what the court decides certainly will depend on the unique factors of your own relationship. No two marriages are the same, but the court will always address the child’s best interests....
Is your business divorce-proof?
Imagine your business is being jeopardized by a divorce. Scary thought, right? Fortunately, there are some steps you can take to divorce-proof your business. First, having a solid business plan in place can help to demonstrate to the court that the business is a...
Mistakes to avoid during your divorce
Even in situations when you and your spouse agree it is time to divorce, it can be a complicated and emotional process. Stress, anger and even sadness may cause you to make mistakes that impact the divorce case. Knowing what they are is the best way to avoid common...
3 tips for more successful co-parenting
Parents who are going through a divorce must ensure that they’re making decisions that are in the best interests of the children. One decision you’ll have to make if you’re going through this situation is what type of parenting arrangement you want to use. For some...
Parental alienation
In an ideal world when a couple is divorcing, both individuals would be civil towards each other and try to make the situation as easy as possible, especially if children are involved. However, in many instances that is not the case. It is unfortunate when adults...
If your ex is a dreamer, how long do you have to support them?
It’s not that your spouse can’t work. It’s just that they get so caught up in their dreams that they don’t work – or at least at anything that earns them an income. Maybe they’re determined to be an influencer and spend most of their time cultivating a largely...