If you plan to divorce, you may fare far better and spend much less money by engaging in divorce alternative dispute resolution as opposed to litigation. Negotiating your settlement with your other spouse with no professional assistance is sometimes possible.But,...
Month: February 2020
Can you afford to rear your grandchildren?
When you pictured your golden years as a young parent, what did you envision? Likely, you dreamed of a comfortable retirement, maybe some travel visiting with and spending quality time making memories with the grandkids.What you probably didn't picture was having to...
Are you mentally prepared for your divorce?
No one should decide to divorce hastily, as this is a big decision with many repercussions — especially if you have children with your spouse.Sometimes, however, divorce is inevitable. But before pulling the plug on a bad marriage, ask yourself these questions:...
Keep the terms of your divorce private with mediation
Divorce is not for the faint of heart. The end of a marriage can be quite messy. This is especially true when infidelity is a factor in the split.But that is not the only embarrassing detail that can spill out in a divorce. Circumstances like a spouse's alcoholism or...
Proving income in divorce for self-employed spouses
If you are divorcing a self-employed spouse, proving their income can be a bit more challenging than if they were employed at a company or in a more traditional job. What this can mean for you is that your spouse may try to hide or reduce their income for purposes of...