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When Same-Sex Divorces Involve Children
Being able to legally marry proved to be a major step forward for LGBTQ couples. Much like with a heterosexual divorce, however, there is the possibility of having to contend with divorce and its legalities. If it comes to child custody agreements and parental rights, same-sex couples who married and then expanded their family with […]
Divorcing in Your Later Years
Regardless of your age, divorce can strike at any moment if the marriage breaks down. Now, you are grappling with a “gray” divorce and everything that it can threaten. Luckily there are some useful ideas for coping with your situation. You may have retirement accounts, pensions or other financial matters to grapple with should you […]
Address Parenting Plan Issues before They Become a Major Problem
Provided you’re on the same page with your spouse, hashing out a parenting plan shouldn’t be all that difficult. However, in the event of a divorce, disagreements may arise and seemingly minor issues can become major ones when figuring out custody. Let’s briefly explore some of these issues you may wish to address in your […]
Dealing with Changes to Custody and Visitation Arrangements Caused by COVID-19
Divorced parents are accustomed to raising children amidst changing circumstances, but the COVID-19 pandemic has introduced challenges that many of us have never seen before. Stay at home orders have imposed strict limits on the way we live and complicated many custody and visitation arrangements. We cannot be sure when daily life will more closely […]
How a Coronavirus-related Income Loss Could Affect Your Alimony and Child Support
Many people have faced a job loss or reduction in income due the coronavirus pandemic. In such a case it might be difficult for an ex-spouse paying alimony or a parent sending child support to keep up with their obligation. As these orders are based on the financial circumstances that existed at the time they […]
How Are Divorce Proceedings Being Affected by the COVID-19 Quarantine?
Throughout the United States, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed our daily routine in ways that none of us could have ever imagined. Like everyone else, spouses who are already experiencing the turmoil associated with divorce have been forced to deal with additional challenges. Despite the obstacles, it is important to maintain control over what you […]
Should Your Spouse Be on the Deed?
Marriage is a major step and chances are that if they aren’t already doing so, your spouse will move into your existing home. It is a sign of good financial planning, commitment, and personal achievement to own your own home straight away. This can be especially gratifying to be able to share this with your […]
Will the U.S. See its Divorce Rate Spike After the COVID-19 Quarantine Ends?
With so many American residents stuck at home with their families, prognosticators have predicted that several months down the road, the country could experience a baby boom and a divorce deluge. Unlike a cozy blizzard that keeps you home from work for a few days, a global pandemic that triggers shelter-in-place orders spreading over multiple […]
Is Your Ex Entitled to Your Business?
Launching and operating a business takes a tremendous amount of work and dedication, from building loyal clients to managing downturns and more. For many business owners, the business is a major source of financial stability. If the owner is married and facing divorce, however, what happens to the business? It’s understandable to feel protective of […]
Communicating With Your Ex About COVID-19 Custody Issues
During a crisis such as the COVID-19 pandemic, family becomes more important than ever, especially for children whose schedules have been disrupted by long-term school closures and the cancellation of other activities. Parents who are divorced or live apart for other reasons know the importance of maintaining healthy communication through difficult situations. Though this situation […]
