There may be no more uncomfortable situation for a married couple than continuing to live together after one or both of you have decided to file for divorce. The tension in the home can be thick enough to cut with a knife, and every interaction has the potential for...
Divorce With Respect
Year: 2016
Mediation may be the better option in these situations
Whether your spouse just sprung the idea of divorce on you or you've seen it coming for awhile now, most people are rarely prepared for the amount of work that needs to go into dissolving a marriage. From dividing marital property to determining a custody arrangement...
The value of proper asset valuation
When you are getting divorced and faced with the matter of dividing your assets, you quickly learn that it can be far more complicated than you realize. This is particularly true if you are dealing with sophisticated, complex assets like businesses. During a divorce,...
Is it always wise to play nice during divorce?
In recent years, we have seen a dramatic shift in how matters are resolved in a divorce. Rather than taking every case to court, most people are able to address and solve various issues through measures like mediation or collaborative divorce. These more amicable and...
My ex isn’t paying child support: What can I do?
Parents who receive child support depend on that money to help support and provide for their children. The children also depend on this support, as it creates a tangible link between them and a non-custodial parent and shows that the parent is contributing to their...
Negotiating a prenup? Be prepared
Making the decision to sign a prenup is not something you should take lightly. It is an important means of protection that you will need to consider carefully before signing any legal document, as it can dictate property division and asset allocation years down the...
What is collaborative divorce and how does it work?
Most people are familiar with the process of dissolving a marriage through mediation. Considered more cost effective and less stressful than traditional divorce proceedings, mediation gives couples a chance to make all of the major decisions about their divorce...
Preparing for a Child Support Modification
Over time, people and situations can change dramatically. Think of where you were in your life a few years ago. Now think about five years ago and 15 years ago. Chances are you are in a very different place today than you were at any of those points. Divorce,...
Temporary child support, custody arrangements
We often discuss the challenges that come with formal support orders after a divorce in this blog. We have examined options for modifying arrangements, enforcing parenting plans and figuring out resolutions to the many complications that can arise throughout the...
Mediation: How Much Do You Value Your Privacy?
If you're considering divorce, you may be curious about the benefits of mediation. Compared to traditional divorce proceedings, there are many. For starters, mediation is typically more amicable because spouses are working out their disagreements together rather than...