It is safe to assume that most children do not enjoy lengthy separations from a parent. When divorcing, the effects of separation from a parent may be even more pronounced. For example, young children may fear that separation from a parent will last forever. Since few...
Spousal maintenance, which some people call alimony or spousal support, can be the most contentious aspect of a divorce. If one spouse asks for spousal maintenance and the other feels that it isn't appropriate, the couple may have an acrimonious court battle ahead of...
The more property a married couple shares, the more complicated divorce proceedings will become. More property means more reasons to fight and details to negotiate. In New York, couples usually have to share marital assets in accordance with equitable distribution...
You and your ex are divorcing or separating for a reason. Perhaps, there are just too many issues you no longer see eye-to-eye on, and have concluded that going your separate ways is the best thing to do. However, the relationship between you and your ex is never...
Divorce can be a profoundly stressful experience. From the uncertainty about the future to loss of companionship, family relationships and scuttled future plans, divorce can take a significant toll on the parties involved. Granted these circumstances, the importance...
In some cases, if you're thinking of ending your marriage, you may have the option to use an annulment. This is often used when someone wants out of the marriage almost instantly. Maybe new information came to light or they just realized they made a mistake. When an...
You decide that you want to get divorced, and you tell your spouse. In response, they tell you that you need to move out. But do you actually have to? It's understandable that this can be a stressful time for you as a couple, as the marriage ends. And many couples do...
A lot of planning usually goes into the wedding day. After all, this is supposed to be one of the biggest days in a person’s life. Couples will probably have spoken in-depth about whether they are ready for the commitment. Sometimes, the planning ceases at the point...
Your friends and family may want what’s best for you, but that doesn’t mean that they have a full understanding of what you’re going through. When you go through a divorce, it’s a good idea to remember that what they may have experienced in the past might not be what...
During your marriage, you may have had a perfectly cordial relationship with your in-laws. Often, spouses are able to form very strong bonds with the other side of the family. Unfortunately, the divorce process can place great strain on these relationships. If you...
