Divorce

Soon-to-be ex-spouses remaining in the family home is a common living arrangement. It saves money because they avoid immediately having to cover the living expenses of two households. Besides, when a child is involved, this option can maintain stability.  But can you...

Your work schedule can have an impact on your marriage. One study has discovered that a long commute could increase the odds that you get divorced. The study considered couples where one spouse had a commute that was over 45 minutes long. It found that those couples...

Some of the most difficult discussions you may have during your divorce won’t center around major assets, custody or support. Instead, they’ll be focused on items that may have fairly little monetary value – if any. Photo albums, a random teapot that was purchased on...

Ending a long‑term marriage presents distinct challenges under state law. Couples who have built decades of shared routines, financial structures and family expectations often face a more complex transition than those in shorter marriages. Below are some of the key...

Divorce after 50 can be a very complicated undertaking. Decades of shared finances can make dividing property costly. For example, long-held homes may be associated with significant taxes, maintenance expenses and selling fees that reduce their apparent value. These...

People who secure professional degrees and who establish themselves in competitive industries may become their own employers. They start their own professional practices where they offer accounting services or chiropractic adjustments. A professional practice could...

The length of a divorce depends on many different factors. For instance, an amicable divorce where the couple works together to determine how they want to split up custody of their children or possession of their marital assets is often faster than a contested...

If you are getting a divorce as parents, you know it is going to have an impact on your children’s lives. Older children are likely to remember the day they found out their parents’ marriage was ending. The way they react to that news will, in part, depend on how it...

Property division is frequently the most challenging part of any divorce. Couples frequently disagree on what is fair and appropriate. The more valuable assets are, the more likely spouses may be to fight over those assets. A military pension earned after years of...

Many people try to turn over a new leaf each January, hoping to become the best version of themselves. For some spouses, that can mean changing their marital status. Attorneys across the country agree that January is informally referred to as “divorce month.” Read on...