The division of marital property is frequently one of the most contentious and emotional parts of divorce. One spouse may worry about maintaining their standard of living or simply living independently after the divorce, while the other may deeply resent the idea that...
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Why tell your child’s school you are divorcing?
Your child might feel embarrassed about the fact that you are divorcing, despite many of their schoolmates having divorced parents. Hence, if you mention informing the school, your child may tell you not to. Should you accede to their wishes? Letting the school know...
Should I leave the family home before finalizing the divorce?
Divorce, in and of itself, is tough. If you have fallen out of love with your spouse, nothing can be uncomfortable like sharing a living space with them. In fact, living together while the divorce is underway can be awkward at best. For many divorcing couples, the...
Tips for making education decisions post-divorce
Co-parenting can be a rewarding but challenging experience, particularly when individuals need to make decisions about their child's education. However, with careful planning, clear communication and a shared commitment to a child's best interests, it is possible to...
What are the most difficult things about divorce?
Everything you go through during your divorce can be devastating. However, some things may be more difficult than others, and they can determine the experience you have. If you have decided to go through the divorce process, it helps to be informed about what to...
Should you ignore threats your spouse makes when divorcing?
Divorce is so contentious in many cases. Often, there are feelings of betrayal and mistrust on both sides. When one spouse feels particularly desperate to stop the divorce or to hurt the other, they may resort to making threats. Unfortunately, you might not know...
How to stay positive during your divorce
Divorce can disrupt your life, especially before it's finalized. Of course, it may be confusing after the process is over, but this can be more intense when you are in the middle of it. This is when some people make costly mistakes. You need to be careful about every...
The important planning stage people often skip before divorce
Some people know they need to divorce as soon as they discover a hidden credit card statement or an extramarital affair. Other people consider divorce occasionally for years while they try to salvage their marriage. Whether someone heads down to talk to an attorney...
Should you talk to your spouse during your divorce?
When you were married, the chances are you expected it to last forever. However, irreconcilable differences may have led you to file for a divorce. While this may be a challenging process, you should make the right moves in all matters, including communication. Should...
Plan now for summer custody schedules
Although you can’t prove it by the weather, summer vacation is not that far away. If you are newly separated or divorced, this might be the first season that you will have to deal with a summer co-parenting schedule. Below are three tips for a smoother transition for...