Divorce

It can be stressful going to mediation after a divorce. You may need it to address parenting plan changes, child support modifications or disputes over shared expenses. Mediation offers a way to resolve these issues without the time, effort and costs of another court...

For spouses in long-term marriages, ending a relationship can be a complicated and worrisome choice, but it does not have to be a painful one. The number of couples over 50 choosing to separate is a growing trend, sometimes called a gray divorce. This phenomenon is...

A collaborative divorce may seem like an excellent alternative to a standard litigated divorce. Spouses commit to working with each other instead of fighting against each other. When collaborative divorce proceedings are successful, couples can divorce with less drama...

Going through a divorce is likely one of the most difficult events you’ll experience, and it’s one that must be handled carefully. The situation becomes even more complex if you have children to think about during this time. As you navigate through the divorce,...

Divorce is often necessary for someone's mental health, but they may have to make certain financial sacrifices to end their marriage. The idea of suffering a major financial setback may deter people from filing for divorce. Those who understand how the end of a...

Although many people have navigated the divorce process more than once, some have never done so as a parent and do not quite know what to expect. Even seasoned individuals can falter when making divorce decisions that impact their children for the first time....

Having jointly accrued debt can be a natural consequence of having been in a marriage for some time. You buy things together, you share a credit card, one (or both) of you go to school, it’s quick to accumulate.  Just like assets, debt will need to be divided as you...

Navigating the tumultuous waters of divorce is tough, and trying to keep up with your work at the same time might seem like a Herculean task. Some people may worry that their careers will go downhill as they deal with the divorce, but this doesn’t have to happen. ...

You really would have preferred an uncontested divorce, but it wasn’t meant to be. You and your spouse simply cannot come to any private agreement on one or more important issues – and that means litigation. A private judge is an alternative to traditional courtroom...

You expect that your marriage will last forever, but there are times when this isn’t how things go. Recognizing the less common signs of a marriage ending can be challenging, but it's essential to pay attention to subtle shifts in your relationship.  Watching for some...