One subject nearly always lands on married couples’ lists of toxic topics that spark the worst fights - money. It brings many spouses to divorce. The wrangling about finances that married folks often do can get heated, relentless and in some cases, unresolvable. What...
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How do you talk to adult children about divorce?
When you’ve decided to divorce your spouse and you have no children left at home, you may think that the case will be relatively straightforward. However, if you have children in college or you have adult children you’re close to, this could be a real disruption in...
Why some divorcing spouses file alienation of affection lawsuits
Marriages end for all kinds of reasons. Often, couples simply grow apart or no longer feel the love and respect for each other they once did. In many cases, a spouse meets someone else with whom they fall in love. Learning that your spouse has been faithful...
Planning for a post-divorce move with children
Going through a divorce is a traumatic time for some people, but it can also be a fresh start. Some individuals opt to move after the split. There are some points that you have to consider if you’re planning this type of move and have children. One of the most...
It’s not your grandparents’ divorce anymore
Just a couple of generations ago, divorces were fairly straightforward. There were always couples whose bitter battles included allegations of hidden assets, whether in the literally stashing money behind walls or sending funds overseas to Swiss banks or offshore...
2 reasons to sign a prenuptial agreement before tying the knot
So you have met “the one” and decided to get married. But, hey, have you thought about signing a prenuptial agreement? If no, why haven’t you? Basically, a prenuptial contract, simply known as a prenup, is a document that a couple signs before formalizing their union....
How do you protect the relationship with your grandchildren?
The days you spend with your grandchildren are probably the best days. You love chasing them around, sharing old stories with them or watching them compete in middle school athletics. While you may be a devoted and loving grandparent, the unfortunate truth is that...
Don’t fall victim to these parenting mistakes after a divorce
Parents who end their relationship will still need to do what’s best for the children. Typically, this means that they should work as a parenting team to come up with a plan that puts the kids first. It isn’t always easy to do this, but focusing strictly on the...
Useful tips for a high-asset divorce
Navigating a divorce is never easy, especially if you and your ex-spouse cannot agree on pertinent issues like property division. High-asset divorces, especially, have a knack for getting messy since each couple thinks they have more to lose compared to the other....
3 reasons you may want to modify your child custody order
Your custody arrangements or parenting plan determines when you get to see your children and exactly what role you play in their daily lives. However careful you were when you originally created the plan, there may come a point when you need to change your custody...
