When two people get divorced, they have to divide their marital assets. Generally speaking, these are just assets that they acquired together. For instance, if you and your spouse bought a car together, you cannot simply take that car when the marriage ends because...
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Is January a good time to file for divorce?
Many people file for divorce in January. It is one of the most popular months to do so However, it’s important to understand why that is before doing the same yourself. Here are some possible reasons why people file at this time: The holiday stress The Christmas...
Where will you live during your divorce?
One issue divorcing couples face is how to handle living arrangements. If you are divorcing only because you’ve become more like friends than lovers, then staying together while you resolve things probably won’t be a big deal. Yet most couples have more compelling...
What is supervised visitation?
Custody issues can be difficult to settle sometimes, and when parents cannot agree, it is up to the family court to decide on such matters. Generally, the family court prefers both parents to be actively involved in the upbringing of the child. However, the best...
Dealing with hidden assets in a divorce
Not everyone comes to divorce with the right intentions. Some spouses seek to exploit the situation by hiding assets to prevent them from being divided during the proceedings. When this happens, you may end up with less than your fair share of the marital assets you...
4 signs your marriage is on the rocks
It can be overwhelming when divorce comes as a surprise or if you are caught flat-footed. You may not know where to start or what you need to do to protect your interests. Fortunately, you do not have to wait until you are served with divorce papers. Several signs...
Divorce does not have to be a long, drawn-out process
A litigated divorce involves facing off with your spouse in front of a judge who will determine how everything will go. It can be a lengthy and complicated affair, given the backlog of cases in court, coupled with the fact that you do not have much control over the...
How to talk to your child about divorce
Divorce is a big life-changing event. It’ll likely change your entire world, but your child’s world will likely change a lot more. When it’s time to talk to your child about your divorce, you may not know what to do. You’re not the only parent who doesn't know how to...
Financial and health concerns that lead to divorce
Your wedding vows likely included a list of hardships that your marriage will overcome, even death. You may believe, no matter what happens in your marriage: if you’re rich, poor, healthy or sick, that your partner will always be there by your side. That is until you...
What to know about serving divorce papers
If you are ready to move forward with the divorce process, it starts with the divorce petition or complaint. Once the petition is served to your spouse, it lets them know the process has started. Keep reading to learn more about divorce papers and the process you...