Divorce With Respect
Divorcing parties commonly want to know what they will be able to keep after a divorce. Pop culture news may give divorcees a false sense of entitlement (essentially that they automatically get "half" of the marital estate). While that may be true to a certain extent,...
Summer is winding down and that means it's almost time for the kids to go back to school. In fact, many schools have already started. This is often something parents look forward to, especially after months of trying to keep kids entertained and safe. However, if you...
Most people already know that when it comes to common legal issues, every state has a law in place to help resolve matters. Take for example child support guidelines. Every state has its own set of rules that determine who should pay, how much and for how long. Few...
Let's face it, divorce is not an easy transition regardless of whether it comes out of the blue or you saw it coming a mile away. Indeed, there are some who can separate their emotions and can treat it as a business transaction, but countless others may have a tough...
It might be out of context for people to plan for the holiday season in July or August. After all, at the height of the summer, people are more likely to shop for barbeques and lawn furniture than holiday wreaths and Christmas trees. But online retailer Amazon may be...
Becoming a parent can be both a terrifying and incredibly exciting moment for a lot of fathers. Though you may be saying goodbye to a lot of your free time --not to mention being able to sleep in on the weekends -- you may be like so many who can't help but...
We have all read news stories about divorces that drag on for months or even years. This can lead people to expect that a long, drawn out process stands between them and a new chapter in life. However, it does not have to be this way. If you are considering divorce or...
In a recent post, we highlighted the value divorced and separated parents can realize by planning in advance for the holiday season. With the upcoming school year beginning shortly, after school child care costs may be of concern, especially if one of the parents...
It is not uncommon for a couple to become newly engaged during the Independence Day holiday. If you're skeptical, think of it this way: a guy presents a fabulous ring, the gal is shocked and overjoyed; she says yes, and fireworks go off to exemplify the bliss of love....
A "collaborative divorce" sounds like an oxymoron. You are ending a marriage, how can it be collaborative? Isn't your spouse now the enemy? The answer: they don't have to be. You were a team throughout your marriage, so consider working as a team through the divorce...
