Blog: Divorce

6/24/21

Divorce is a notoriously expensive process. The strain on your finances can add another burden to an already stressful situation. From legal fees to finding new living accommodations to dividing marital assets, you stand to lose a lot of financial security. Fortunately, there are a few strategies that you can use to keep your expenses down during your divorce. Cost-saving tactics for divorce Keep in mind, every divorce is unique. The tactics that work for...

5/11/21

When should you call a collaborative divorce attorney?

Scorched-earth divorce battles make for compelling television. Despite what Hollywood may have you believe, though, it is possible to end your marriage without going through a knock-down, drag-out fight. With collaborative divorce, you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse each have an attorney to protect your interests. Rather than fighting in open court, however, you work with your husband or wife to find 1. You do not hate your spouse Even though your marriage is no...

4/19/21

4 options for securing health insurance immediately after divorce

Even if you are healthy and active, having health insurance is critical. After all, a catastrophic injury or sudden illness may require hospitalization, expensive procedures or costly medications. If you do not have sufficient health coverage, an unexpected event may leave you thousands of dollars or more in debt. If you are on your spouse’s plan, you may wonder what happens to your coverage after your divorce. While you can likely address health insurance during...

1/15/21

Consider a collaborative divorce when splitting after 50

If you are over the age of 50 and considering divorce from your spouse, you are not alone. The divorce rate is rising among seniors more than any other group, so much so that the term “gray divorce” is in widespread use to describe the trend. Divorce is not easy at any age, and in some respects it can be harder for seniors. However, there are options available that can make it easier. One of...

1/15/21

Self-care is vital during divorce

It happened; either you or your soon to be ex have chosen to move on from your marriage. It’s hard, and there is no getting around that, but you should take care of yourself. We’ve written many times about the necessity of staying cool, calm and collected during a divorce. A simpler, mediated divorce is It’s about settling into a new mindset Your marriage, even though it didn’t work out, was a partnership you...

10/30/20

Mediation is easier on children than high-conflict divorce

Studies show that high-conflict divorce has an adverse effect on children in a variety of ways. As compared with litigation, divorce mediation has steadily increased in popularity, especially for couples who find their children handle the process with reduced levels of anxiety and stress. Adversarial issues When high-conflict issues already exist between the parties in a divorce action, an adversarial court proceeding only exacerbates the problems. Studies show that children display less depression and anxiety...

10/5/20

3 signs your soon-to-be ex-spouse wants a friendly divorce

If your marriage is on track for an inevitable divorce, you may have some difficulty communicating with your husband or wife. You may also not know whether he or she wants a knock-down, drag-out divorce battle or is open to something less brutal. While asking your spouse is usually best, you can also look for certain clues to gauge your spouse’s receptiveness to mediation, arbitration or negotiation. Here are three signs your soon-to-be ex-spouse may...

6/18/20

Why are collaborative divorces generally faster and cheaper?

Contrary to what you often see in the movies, not every divorce turns into an ugly, acrimonious battle. Instead, many people walk away from their marriages while maintaining cordial relationships with their former spouses. If you think you may be able to do the same, consider embarking on a collaborative divorce. Unlike traditional, litigated divorces, Collaborative divorces may be more affordable Rather than pit yourself against your former partner, which might lead to fighting over...

4/28/20

A high-conflict divorce may be a mistake

High-conflict divorces often are a result of bad communication. It, therefore, makes it difficult to communicate effectively. When you cannot communicate in a divorce, it makes it impossible to reach agreements outside of the court. It causes stress for everyone, including your children. In the end, it usually means the court makes all the decisions in your case. For the good of everyone, it is ideal if you can avoid a high-conflict divorce situation. If...

4/7/20

How to protect your 401(k) during a divorce

Your wedding vows stated you would stay with your partner “for richer, for poorer.” Now you find yourselves in the middle of a divorce and fighting over every penny. You were not thinking of divorce while falling in love, so it is likely you did not take steps to protect your 401(k). Your retirement account is one of your most valuable assets. How your 401(k) is vulnerable At least part of your 401(k) is...