When people think about whether they need a prenuptial agreement or not, they often think about whether they have real estate, businesses or other sizable assets to protect. However, there are other reasons why a prenup can be a good idea. Below are four such...
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Questions to answer before moving out after divorce
It is inevitable that at least one person will move out of a marital home after filing for divorce. To better prepare for this event, it can be helpful to think about some important questions about this situation. Below, we discuss three of these questions. Who should...
If co-parenting is not an option, consider parallel parenting
These days, it doesn't seem that unusual to see divorced parents working together amicably to rear their children. We might see these parents chatting at a child's soccer game, meeting with teachers together or even spending time together on a family vacation. While...
Want to keep your home after divorce? Know about refinancing
The marital home is typically the single largest and most expensive asset people battle over during a divorce. This means that it is often at the root of the more significant financial and legal discussions. Even if you agree that you will keep the house, there...
Why is the divorce rate dropping?
Millennials. Depending on who you talk to, you might hear that millennials are innovative and advocates for setting your own course in life, or you might hear that they rude and antisocial. One thing that's for sure, though, is that millennials drive change and set --...
How mediation can benefit children during the holidays
Halloween kicked off a holiday season that is sure to be busy. Thanksgiving, Yom Kippur, Hanukkah and Christmas are stressful for all families, but they take a particularly difficult toll on families that are splitting up because of divorce. If you are a parent who is...
Is a bad habit or addiction pushing you toward divorce?
No one is perfect; every person has flaws, bad habits or addictions that they can't or don't want to change. And while these are personal issues every individual must manage on their own, they can potentially have a great impact on loved ones. In some cases, they can...
Working while divorcing
Even if you were the one to initiate a divorce, the process is still stressful and you’re likely to experience a range of complex and confusing feelings and emotions. From moving out of a shared home to untangling your finances, as you move through and beyond...
4 cathartic things to do after divorce
Once a divorce is final, people often experience a range of emotions, from relief and freedom to grief and loneliness. One thing people might do to cope with these feelings is to engage in some therapeutic or cleansing actions to help mark the start of a new chapter....
No Privacy for Divorce in CA
Throughout the divorce process, parties often disclose sensitive information related to financial matters, marital misconduct and sometimes even criminal allegations. For some individuals going through the divorce process, keeping these details private is a top...