Property division has the potential to be one of the most contested details of your divorce. Both you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse are fighting tooth and nail for every asset, so you’re sure to clash at some point. As you prepare for divorce, make note of the...
It can be hard to figure out a custody schedule that gives you enough parenting time. With a divorce, it means that both you and your ex-spouse will need to work full time. You’ll have to try to get your time in while your children go to school, and then you have to...
If you say that you want to get custody of your child, you may assume that this general term covers everything: You want your child to live with you, you want to make decisions for them and you want to be in control as a parent. You may share this right with your ex,...
When parents decide to divorce, they often agree that it is a personal, family matter. While they must inform their children, and eventually their extended family and even their friends about their decision, they often think it is not anyone else’s business. However,...
It is common to experience a wide range of emotions when going through the process of ending a marriage. Guilt is one of the most pervasive emotions that parents deal with when they divorce, but they must be careful not to let guilt, or their response to it, determine...
When two individuals marry, it is a decision based on the love they share between the two of them. Similarly, the decision to end a marriage is also a decision between two spouses. That is why many people think that divorce is a matter between them and their spouse....
Debt is not something people like to talk about. Even though it is a reality for almost everyone across the country, it is a personal matter that many people prefer to keep private. However, there are times when individuals must address debt openly and honestly. One...
Preparing a child for college can be hectic, but exciting. Parents are proud to see their children pursue higher education, and children look forward to gaining more independence. However, this endeavor can also be expensive for families. According to the National...
Perhaps your children look forward to seeing their cousins at family events, or they love staying with Grandma and Grandpa during the summer. Regardless, your extended family can play a significant role in your child’s life. However, these roles and family members...
The prospect of dividing parental responsibilities and custody of the children is often a great source of worry for many parents. After all, they want to do what is best for their children, but dividing time with the children can be emotionally stressful for everyone...
