Prenuptial agreements can be a very important form of protection for those beginning a marriage. By reaching certain agreements before formally entering matrimony, spouses protect themselves from scenarios in which they may have messy, expensive divorces. They can...
Divorce is rarely an easy decision. Spouses may have been together for a number of years, and they might have children together. Divorce can also significantly change the financial standing of each spouse. Nonetheless, divorce is often for the best and there are ways...
You do not necessarily have to litigate a divorce. You can also use mediation. You and your spouse will typically work together with the mediator, who helps guide the legal process – such as informing you about your child custody options or what state loss says about...
Relocating after a divorce is a significant life change that can be particularly challenging when children are involved. Balancing your own needs with the well-being of your children requires careful planning and legal guidance. Understanding the legal framework New...
Divorce mediation is an alternative dispute resolution process. Couples who attend mediation have an opportunity to pursue an uncontested divorce filing. Provided that they reach an agreement about how to handle the various issues in their divorce, they can set their...
You and your soon-to-be ex may not have agreed on much lately. However, you likely agree that you want your child to have the best education you can give them. Unfortunately, college savings, in whatever form it takes, sometimes ends up being simply another asset...
Some people blame financial stress for ending their marriage, and they essentially think that they would’ve stayed married if they were wealthier. Maybe they lost their job and couldn’t make ends meet, so their spouse left them to seek a new relationship. This seems...
A high-stakes divorce involving significant assets, complex financial portfolios and high-value interests demands careful planning and attention to detail. The outcome can have profound ramifications on your financial future and personal well-being. Here are some key...
Divorcing someone who’s been diagnosed as narcissistic, or who has narcissistic tendencies, can be an emotionally draining experience. These individuals are manipulative and self-centered. They can’t empathize with others and generally only think about what’s easiest...
It used to be relatively uncommon for couples to live together before marriage. Even in 2002, for example, 60% of couples polled had ever been married, while only 54% had ever cohabitated. If you continue through the decades, you'll find a similar trend, with...