Many people think of divorce as a kind of interpersonal warfare, but conflict during divorce is a result of high emotions, not something that absolutely has to complicate the process. Some couples may recognize that their marriage is over and understand that divorce...
How to protect your children during a contentious divorce
If you decide to divorce, you won’t be at a loss for things to do. Every decision you make will affect your future, so it’s critical that you keep a clear mind and move forward as efficiently as possible. While you’re preparing for the process and caring for yourself,...
How to protect your children during a contentious divorce
If you decide to divorce, you won’t be at a loss for things to do. Every decision you make will affect your future, so it’s critical that you keep a clear mind and move forward as efficiently as possible. While you’re preparing for the process and caring for yourself,...
Reasons why more people should consider getting a prenup
Some people dismiss prenuptial agreements as a couple planning to fail in their marriage. In reality, creating a prenuptial agreement prior to marriage or agreeing to terms in a postnuptial agreement during a marriage can protect the marriage and benefit the spouses,...
Social media mistakes to avoid when you file for divorce
Social media has made it easier than ever for people to remain in close contact with family, friends, colleagues and other acquaintances. It can also put a lot of strain on marriages, including airing spouses’ dirty laundry or facilitating extramarital affairs. When...
Finding hidden assets during a divorce
People get divorced for a variety of reasons, such as growing apart, infidelity or disputes over money and children. But a common theme is the loss of trust between the two partners. When mistrust exists in a marriage, it’s possible that one or both spouses might try...
Prenuptial agreements can protect you during a contentious divorce
Generally speaking, the greater the assets you've accumulated before you marry, the more important a prenuptial agreement is to your financial security. Many professionals agree that in an age when fully half of all marriages end in divorce, a prenuptial agreement is...
Minimizing the impact of divorce on children
The effects of a divorce can be traumatic on children of all ages. Especially in times of conflict during a divorce, your child may have a hard time coping. Conflicts during divorce can greatly impact a child's mental health and sense of wellbeing. The good news is...
Divorce-related conflict can be damaging to children
Divorce is stressful for everyone involved. That is particularly true for any children in the family. The dissolution of their previous family unit can be a source of fear, anxiety, anger and even depression in children and teenagers. While every family's situation is...
Be Facebook savvy during your divorce proceedings
Emotions are high during a divorce. Most of us use social media as a means of communicating about our lives and feelings, but doing so during a divorce isn't always the best option. No matter how strongly you feel about the situation, most of that information should...