Category Archives: Dissolution
Father’s Going for Custody
The type of Father that fights for custody is the one that still wants to maintain the same relationship they have with their kids. This type of Father is the opposite of a “dead-beat-dad”. People are so use to the Mother of … Continue reading
How Do I Find A Divorce Attorney?
If you or someone you know is contemplating divorce it is important to research attorneys first. You want to go into the divorce process as knowledgeable as possible. Often times it is most beneficial to speak to someone you know … Continue reading
Socializing Post-Divorce
The period after a divorce can be turbulent, especially for a person’s emotional and social life. Here are a few ways to rebuild your social life after divorce. 1. Reflect on your current friends first. After such a traumatic emotional … Continue reading
Omitted Assets
Omitted assets are assets that are kept out of the divorce sometimes done unintentionally but mostly done intentionally. While going through a divorce you and your spouse are to put forward all of your assets. People may try to omit … Continue reading
Divorce Rates and Celebrities
Blame the increasing divorce rate on celebrities? Celebrities break and get divorced like it’s the cool thing to do. Marriage doesn’t mean anything anymore when it comes to the rich and famous. In the year 2011 alone there were 105 … Continue reading
How You Could End Up With Your Ex’s Debt
Many people are unaware of the fact that even after divorce, they can end up being responsible for their ex’s debt. Most couples join accounts when getting married. There may be no debt in the joint account when you divorce, … Continue reading
Divorce of Thomas and Nancy Beatie
Thomas Beatie is best known as the first man to get pregnant. He was born a woman but had his breasts removed and is legally a man. Thomas Beatie, a transgender male, kept his female reproductive organs in hopes of … Continue reading
What are temporary orders for?
A divorce can seem confusing at many points of the process. During an extensive divorce, you may hear your attorney talk about obtaining temporary or interim orders. Temporary orders are vital during the divorce process because they lay the ground … Continue reading
How Much Does Mediation Cost?
When going through a divorce it is important to speak with a legal professional and weigh your options. Divorce can be costly and stressful so it is important to ask questions and to thoroughly understand the process to alleviate that … Continue reading
Falling In and Out of Love
Falling out of love is difficult. Especially after years of getting used to each other’s presence. However, approximately 50 percent of divorced men and 20 percent of divorced women are ready to remarry when they divorce. Just because a love … Continue reading
Is Divorce the Right Choice?
Is it better to stay together for the kids and be unhappy, or is it better to be happy and divorce? This question does not have a “one size fits all” answer because every couple is different and they handle … Continue reading
When to Mediate?
Mediation is voluntary for both sides. This is a method of resolving conflict between two parties. This may be a more affordable approach to conflict resolution. The mediator will assist the two parties in discussing their difference and reaching an … Continue reading
The Divorce Reform Movement
The Marriage Movement, also known as the Divorce Reform Movement, started in 1999 in an attempt to decrease the divorce rate. Some of the proposals to reduce marriage included requiring both spouses’ consent for a no-fault divorce, introducing optional “covenant … Continue reading
Divorce Parties Yay or Nay?
While divorce is usually considered a somber occasion, different cultures and different ex-couples are beginning to view divorce parties or ceremonies as viable ways to move on after a rough split. Some say these ceremonies are excessive but others say … Continue reading
Why a collaborative divorce?
In the often rough and tumblr world of family law, negotiating with the other side often seems to step blindly on the face of common sense. Surely, there are too many dead ends, blind turns, and tricks up the enemy’s … Continue reading
Date(s) of Separation
Believe it or not, couples undergoing divorce sometimes disagree over their date of separation. Now, you may be asking 1) how can people not know the date they were separated, and 2) why does the date of separation even matter? … Continue reading
The Economy and Divorce
Amidst decreasing home values, a seemingly stagnant unemployment rate, and cuts in government services, couples undergoing divorce must still divide property, and decide over custody of the children. However, the recession has affected how couples view their various assets to … Continue reading
Tips to a Civil Divorce
In a society where about 50 percent of all marriages end in divorce, we can see many different cases of divorce, both bad and good. How can a divorce be seen as good? There are various ways to carry out … Continue reading
How is Custody Decided?
During a divorce many issues will need to be determined. It is helpful if both parties are in agreement. If the parties are not both in agreement they may need to speak with a legal professional. It is also important … Continue reading
Tips to Hiring the Right Divorce Attorney
As mentioned in previous blogs, attorneys play a big role in the divorce process. The right attorney will help significantly ease the divorce process for you. Unless you have already experienced the divorce process, it can be very overwhelming to, … Continue reading
Financial Advice for Single Parents
According to the Department of Agriculture, raising a child in 2010 cost $226,920 on average. According to the 2006 Census data, there are more than 13 million parents who raise a child solo, which cannot be an easy task financially … Continue reading
The Relationship Between Tax and Divorce
With tax season right around the corner, divorcing couples may want to keep in mind how they are going to file for certain taxes. First, the law declares that each individual must file taxes according to his/her marital status as … Continue reading
Child Custody Attorneys
Child custody is determined in divorce proceedings. Custody can range from joint physical custody, joint legal custody, or in some instances sole custody to one of the parties. If you are unable to come to an amicable agreement with the … Continue reading
How to keep a relationship with the kids after a divorce
Divorce is a tricky time for parent-child relationships. Emotional and energy-drained parents often don’t understand how their kids view the divorce and how kids will be effected by the change in the family. However, here are three simple ways that … Continue reading
How does a Mediation Session Work?
Mediation is a voluntary process that two parties may decide to partake in. This process gives the parties the opportunity to reach an amicable agreement regarding various issues in dispute. The mediation session allows both parties to voice their concerns. During … Continue reading
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