Staying on track professionally during a divorce
If you are going through a divorce, it could very well impact your professional life. While it may not be realistic to shield your career from the ramifications of divorce completely, there are ways to mitigate potential damage. Communicate (Selectively) You don’t have to tell…
Ready to remarry? Take these steps to protect yourself
When a marriage ends, it can seem impossible to imagine yourself in a new relationship, let alone walking down the aisle again. However, the majority of people who divorce do marry again. And often, people have learned critical lessons about life, love and themselves from…
Blindsided by a divorce? How to respond
Not every divorce comes after years of struggle and unhappiness in a marriage. There are times when a divorce seems to come out of the blue. If you are in this position, you may have no idea what you should do. Do you move out?…
Four Assets That Can Be Difficult To Divide In A Divorce
Dividing marital property can be the most complicated, contentious step in a divorce. There is often property ownership and financial security on the line, and getting a fair settlement can be the top priority for one or both parties. Dividing marital estates of any size…
Breaking up (a collection) is hard to do
Collectors often put a lot of time and money into building a collection, whether it’s a collection of action figures, historical memorabilia or classic cars. Some people have been maintained collections for generations. As such, dividing collections in a divorce can be a particularly painful…
Protecting your legacy amid divorce
People going through a divorce often focus on how the split will affect them today and tomorrow. However, they may not think about how a divorce can affect them long into the future. For instance, when it comes to considering the legacy you want to…
Pregnant and divorcing: Tips to help you manage both
Being pregnant can be an overwhelming experience for many women. Beyond the physical toll of pregnancy, like nausea and an expanding belly, there is also a host of emotional changes and concerns that can come with pregnancy. Divorcing during pregnancy can, therefore, be especially challenging…
3 important things to know about a mediated settlement agreement
Resolving family legal matters in mediation can be an effective way to handle issues as peacefully and cooperatively as possible. Through mediation, parties create a mediated settlement agreement (MSA) that details the decisions, and the courts generally enter a judgment on the agreement. While this…
Managing mental health through a divorce
There are few life experiences more stressful and emotional than a divorce. Between the demands of the legal system and the countless adjustments people make, from moving to sharing child custody, the process can be overwhelming. Because of the toll that ending a marriage can…
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