Divorce is not just a separation between two people; it often marks the separation of a family. As parents navigate the tumultuous waters of ending a marriage, children can often find themselves caught in the emotional undertow. A study conducted by the UCL Centre for...
Family Law
How to communicate with your co-parent
Following a divorce, it can feel overwhelming, if not impossible, to converse with your ex. Unfortunately, if you have children, you must find a way to make things work if you want to raise your kids together. To coparent effectively, you have to be open to...
What are red flags that indicate hidden assets?
Asset hiding serves as a major problem in many different divorce scenarios. Unfortunately, it can make things very unfair for you if you fall victim to it. What exactly do hidden assets look like? And what signs can you look for if you have any concerns about them?...
How do assets affect a divorce?
Assets and divorce often go hand in hand. For example, assets and other financial issues are a leading reason behind couples divorcing in the first place. But in what other ways do assets affect a divorce? Assets and arguments However, Business Insider has some...
What are community and separate property?
When going through a divorce, property division is one of the things people worry about the most. In many states, property and assets end up categorized as community or separate. But what exactly does this mean? Community and separate properties defined The Business...
What exactly do divorce mediators do?
If you want to reach a divorce agreement without turning to the court, you may want to know what you can do to smooth the experience. A mediator is your best bet for an easier transition from married life to a successful split, but what exactly do mediators do? The...
Should I keep my social media during divorce?
Many Americans use social media on a daily basis. While much of this is harmless, social media can cause a lot of problems. In many cases, it may be best to consider a social media strategy while you are going through a divorce. How this strategy materializes depends...
How can you identify signs of parental alienation?
It is normal for kids to go through a period of grief following their parents' divorce. They may show resentment or frustration towards you and your former spouse. You should expect a period of adjustment and for your children to react emotionally to the changes in...
Child custody myths: Dispelling 3 common misconceptions
Divorce can be a tiring, contentious and confusing process. This often applies even more when there are minor children. Even when proceedings are amicable and mutually agreed upon, making them smoother, it is easy to become mired in the many myths floating around...
What are some unforeseen expenses in a divorce?
Divorce is not cheap, even if it is amicable and uncontested. It is easy to get so wrapped up in the process that you lose sight of the assets that can end up costing you more than they are worth. While it is challenging to look at what is normally a very emotional...