A divorce often comes with a new identity. No matter how long you were married, for a time you were part of a couple, which probably heavily influenced your identity. Now that you are divorcing, your sense of self will be shaped by your independence….
Read MoreDivorce is never easy, but it is especially difficult when one spouse is unwilling to end the marriage. A contested divorce can make an already tense situation more fraught with tension as it can prolong the time it takes to move forward with your life….
Read MoreComing to terms with the end of your marriage is difficult enough before considering child custody. You need time to consider your own feelings, separate your living arrangements and possessions, and re-organize your finances. You have to navigate the tumultuous waters of answering your families’…
Read MoreEvery divorce is unique because your and your spouse’s thoughts, feelings, and actions are entirely your own. No two people handle a divorce the exact same way or have the exact same issues to settle. However, there are many common elements to every divorce, and…
Read MoreIf you are going through a divorce, you are likely experiencing one of the most painful and emotionally exhausting times in your life. The good news is that following these seven tips can help you get through your divorce and make life a whole lot…
Read MoreIf you and your spouse have decided on a divorce, there are likely some divorce issues that you won’t be able to agree upon. For this reason, mediation is a popular alternative to an official court hearing. Mediation can help you and your spouse find…
Read MoreBeing officially presented with legal documents such as divorce papers is formally known as “service of process” and it is necessary to begin any type of legal proceeding. Being served is how a party who begins a lawsuit gives formal notice to the other party…
Read MoreMarriages can end without either partner being at fault. Often times, you simply grow apart. Mutually agreeing to separately move forward in life is the best thing to do under the circumstances. However, your marriage may also end because you or your spouse did something…
Read MoreIf you are considering filing for divorce in the next 30 days, you are not alone. March is one of the most common months for individuals to begin divorce proceedings. University of Washington Associate Professor Julie Brines and doctoral candidate Brian Serafini found divorce filings…
Read MoreDivorce is hard for everyone, but as an adult, you must separate your emotional and financial issues from your former spouse and your children must learn to thrive in two different homes. It is definitely a significant adjustment. What can make the transition harder –…
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