If you are considering a divorce in the new year, you are not alone. In fact, in the first three months of the new year, divorce filings steadily increase. Divorce takes time. There are many facets to a well thought out divorce. Consequently, if divorce may be in your...
Strategies for Co-Parenting After Divorce
While you can divorce your spouse, you can’t divorce your children’s other parent. In other words, you don’t have to be married to them, but your child’s other parent will always be in their lives, just as you will. Consequently, it is a good idea to develop...
When Can a Family Law Attorney Help?
Numerous situations exist where a family law attorney can help you. Everyone knows attorneys are expensive, but there are situations where you should not “do it yourself.” There are a number of circumstances where the counsel of a family law attorney is essential....
Marital vs. Non-marital Property
When dividing property in a divorce, it is important to understand the difference between marital and non-marital property. What is Marital Property? Typically, property acquired during the marriage is marital property, including any wages earned during the course of...
Avoiding Financial Mistakes in Divorce
Divorce brings with it tremendous emotional and financial consequences. There are steps everyone can take to help minimize the negative financial consequences of a divorce. Hire an Experienced, Qualified Attorney Attorneys are expensive, but this is not the time to...
Understanding Gray Divorce
What is a “gray divorce”? A gray divorce is the term for a couple over the age of 50 getting divorced. “Gray” is a reference to gray hair. While the overall divorce rate has been consistent, divorce among older couples is on the rise. Why is this? Why are Older...
Parent Teacher Conferences After Divorce
Fall is upon us and parent teacher conferences are right around the corner. If this is your first conference after the divorce, or if you didn’t find your last experience satisfying, now is the time to start thinking about how you and your ex will handle parent...
Why You Should Consider a Legal Separation
Not all couples live happily ever after. However, just because a couple decides not to continue living together does not necessarily mean a divorce is imminent. In fact, there can be advantages to long term separation for some couples. Financial Benefits to Remaining...
Why Choosing Dissolution of Marriage Might be the Best Solution
No one gets married planning to divorce. However, divorce is the natural end to many marriages. If you are thinking about a divorce, you may be wondering if divorce is right for you. There are a number of situations where a divorce may be the best choice. Below are a...
How to Address the Division of Marital Property
Methods of dividing property There are three ways property can be divided during a divorce case: The parties can agree to the division of property; The attorneys for the parties can negotiate a settlement; or A judge can decide which property is granted to each party...