Couples who want an efficient and fair divorce often seek mediation. Mediation is a collaborative process that seeks to reduce conflicts and costs by introducing a neutral, third party. The mediator is meant to keep couples focused on important divorce matters, such...
Divorce can negatively impact people in a variety of ways. It can have a damaging impact on finances since both spouses need to split their resources up and the cost of divorce can be surprisingly expensive. The more time people spend in court, the more they are going...
A child custody schedule is especially important for children and parents who have recently gone through a divorce. Parents who develop a child custody schedule can have clear outlines of what responsibilities, rights and obligations each parent is expected to...
Co-parenting is a challenging journey that many parents embark upon after a separation or divorce. While emotions can run high, it's crucial for the child's well-being that parents communicate effectively. Both parties must strive to set aside personal differences,...
Many people feel their pets are family. We can’t imagine a life without them. Whether it’s a dog, cat or parrot, you may have a long history with the pet. Your children may have grown up with the pet. So what happens to pets in a divorce? It depends on where you live....
People generally anticipate that sharing custody after the end of a relationship will be a challenge. They know that a strained relationship with the other parent of their children will inevitably influence how they handle parenting together. Yet, most adults will...
Separate property is everything you acquired before you married your spouse, but it also includes assets you received during the marriage by inheritance, survivorship or gift. Marital property is everything you and your spouse earned and acquired during the marriage....
Co-parenting is a shared responsibility that requires communication, collaboration and careful planning. When it comes to the education of a shared child, co-parents must work together to ensure consistency and support for their child's growth and development....
Compatibility is a crucial factor in determining whether a marriage will last. When spouses have positive feelings toward each other, they may be less likely to consider divorce. However, not all couples are fortunate enough to have this kind of relationship. Staying...
Many divorcing couples fight over who keeps the house for several good reasons. Buying and moving to a new place can be costly. If you have primary custody, keeping the family home might also help give your children some sense of stability. However, keeping the house...
