If you or your spouse file for divorce, you may think the coming months will be torture. Nothing but conflict and disagreements at every turn. You may not realize that you set the stage for how your divorce plays out, and your actions and willingness to cooperate can ensure a smooth process.
While most divorces involve big emotions and stress, some tips can help avoid delays and other issues.
Be willing to listen and compromise
One of the biggest issues divorcing couples have is not listening to one another. Many people are so worried about making sure they are heard; that they don’t stop to see what the other person has to say. Be sure to listen to your spouse and find out what they want from the split. Doing this likely means you can come to a compromise that benefits you both.
Avoid conflict
It may be tempting to fight and disagree on every topic when you file for divorce. Unfortunately, all this does is increase the stress of the situation and delay the divorce from being finalized. Rather than fighting, use the tips above – listen and compromise. Doing this will also help you save money since you won’t have delays due to disagreements.
Don’t hide things
Never try to hide your assets or anything that’s considered marital property. You will likely not get away with it, and the consequences of doing this can be severe.
Ensuring a smooth and seamless California divorce
While there are bound to be some hiccups along the way, using the tips above will help you avoid any serious issues or delays with your divorce. This will help you save time, money and reduce the stress related to the situation.