You hate the idea of staying in an unhappy marriage a minute longer than necessary. However, you also hate the idea of a divorce – especially if it means breaking up right before the holiday season. Is your marriage really over? Is it too late for reconciliation with...

One of the most contentious subjects that usually arises during a divorce is the division of marital property. Spouses can come up with their own rules for property division through an enforceable prenuptial agreement or a written settlement agreement. Where there is...

Divorce rates have been steadily decreasing here in the U.S. for several years. This has at least something to do with a decrease in the number of Americans getting married. At least one population has seen an uptick in their divorce rates in recent years -- those...

Divorce can be an expensive experience. Not only do you have to pay for court costs, but you will likely have to split everything you own with your ex. Some people try to make divorce cheaper by filing paperwork without the representation or guidance of an attorney....

One of the most common concerns for a parent who’s considering ending a marriage is how it will impact the children. While every case is different, there are some fairly common impacts that the split will have on the kids.  Some parents are tempted to remain in a...

Even committed and happily married couples get into arguments about how to parent their children. When you divorce, co-parenting conflicts are all but inevitable. From disputes about who has to provide more homework support to disagreements about curfew, you and your...

Like many legal processes, divorce can be a “hurry up and wait” experience. You and your attorney may be working to meet a deadline one day, and then you’re waiting for days or longer to hear from your spouse, their attorney, your financial advisor or someone else....

When you hear someone say that financial problems caused their divorce, you likely assume that they mean they didn’t have enough money, they ran into a lot of financial stress, and it took a toll on the relationship. And it is true that this scenario plays out time...

Divorce, whether you see it coming or find yourself caught off guard by the process, can be jarring for anyone. It shouldn't come as a surprise that one of the first questions a spouse has when they receive divorce papers is whether they need to move out of the home...

The period surrounding a divorce is likely to be one of the most stressful times of your life. During this time, it can be quite easy to lose a healthy perspective, and you may feel that you have lost a sense of your identity, joy and what it means to be happy. The...