Are you prepared for life after divorce? If you’re only just starting to consider divorce, chances are you haven’t give much thought to your future finances. You have a difficult decision to make, but it never hurts to plan for any eventuality. Follow these steps early on to protect your money and your financial standing before the divorce process begins. Step 1: Grow Your “Rainy Day” Fund That’s why you have Read More

As difficult as separation and divorce may be, perhaps the most difficult part occurs when all of the third parties previously involved in the divorce process are gone and you are left alone to co-parent with your ex spouse. For some, co-parenting comes naturally and amicably. For others, the experience is more contentious. The good news is, there are practices you can implement to make co-parenting easier for you Read More

If you’re going through a divorce with children in the mix, it’s probably safe to say that thoughts about your kids’ well-being is taking up just as much of your attention as the divorce itself. Even so, it can be hard to keep the spotlight on them while you’re sorting out your emotions, your affairs, and your legal responsibilities. What are some of the best ways to help your children cope with the divorce process? Read More

It is not uncommon for a person to request a change to their divorce decree, regarding issues involving the children such as child custody and support are concerned. While the decree may be suitable at the time it is issued by the court, no one can predict the future and people often experience both substantial and ongoing changes of circumstances. Here are four situations in which you may need to explore your Read More

When two people are married, they make many decisions with the belief that they will be together for the rest of their lives. When things do not work out, it is important to go through those decisions and make modifications. This is especially true when it comes to estate planning. If you do not properly update your estate planning documents after a divorce, it can result in your ex receiving assets or controls Read More