Divorce

Divorce may be complex due to its formalities and parties having individual priorities and wishes. Further, besides being emotionally challenging, divorce has financial effects. However, you can manage this process when you are informed about the right moves to make. ...

These days, it feels like everyone has social media. Just look at Facebook. When it started, only college students were allowed on it. Now it seems like everyone and their parents – and even their grandparents – has an account. This has led to a social phenomenon...

Most relationships start off with anticipation and excitement. However, a long-term relationship cannot be plain sailing indefinitely. All couples are bound to face challenges, and coming through these together can strengthen the relationship.  Unfortunately, for some...

Whether you’ve been married for a few months or 40 years, going through a divorce is traumatic. This is because no one is fully prepared for a divorce. Separating your personal property and deciding on the custody of your children can be extremely difficult....

Getting a divorce is not just painful. It is chaotic and disruptive, especially for parents and their children. You must file forms, gather documentation and meet with your legal team, all while going to work and caring for your kids. You may look forward to the day...

They say that when you marry your spouse, you marry their family. The same often doesn’t apply when you divorce – especially when you have children. In most cases, it’s best for kids to continue to have a relationship with all their grandparents, aunts, uncles and...

In opposite-sex marriages, either the husband or the wife certainly has the right to file for divorce. Under modern divorce laws, either spouse can usually just file for a no-fault divorce if they would like. It is easier to end marriages than it used to be. But this...

Most women (and some men) take or add their spouse’s last name when they marry. If you did that, you’ll need to decide what you want to do as you divorce.  This is a highly individual decision and one you shouldn’t make lightly. While the legal name change process...

By the time you finally file for divorce, you feel like your marriage has been over for years. You and your spouse have slowly been drifting apart and it just took time to officially end it. This time will increase because divorce often takes months after you file....

Divorce is a tricky subject to bring up with someone you’ve known for years. When talking about divorce, it’s often best to prepare. Here’s what you should consider: Tell the honest truth When you talk about divorce, the best outcome will likely come from your...