Divorce proceedings don't exactly bring out the best in people. Instead, these proceedings can make people do things they might not usually do. If your spouse owns a business, you need to be on the lookout for a sudden financial shift in the business. Sudden income...
High Asset Divorce
High-asset divorces are complex but not impossible
Going through a divorce is a life upheaval that many people don't ever want to deal with. When you find yourself in a position that requires you to think about having to work out the terms of a divorce, you should be sure that you carefully consider all of the options...
Let your divorce propel you to follow your dreams
Going through a divorce has a lot of effects on a person. Even if you are awarded child support and alimony, you might find that you don't have enough to make ends meet. This can make your new life a challenge because you need to support your family while being sure...
Divorce mediation puts you in charge of your divorce
We have discussed several aspects of mediation during a divorce on this blog. These posts all have one specific point in common -- you and your ex can take your intimate knowledge of the situation and use that to come to an agreement about the issues that matter in...
Have you considered your estate plan during divorce?
Everyone who is going through a divorce should consider financial issues for the future, and if you are dealing with a high-asset divorce, then revisiting your estate plans can be even more important. If you had previously completed estate planning with or alongside...
Asset valuation during divorce: Choosing the date
When you are dealing with property distribution during a divorce, the value of the assets might come into play. If you want two assets and are willing to give up one asset for them, you might do better negotiating or making an argument if you can show the single asset...
Do summer vacations affect the divorce rate?
A new study from a sociology professor and a doctoral candidate from the University of Washington reports that divorce filings peak after family holidays, such in August after most summer vacations and in March after the winter holidays. Fourteen years of data on...
Why should you keep your married name after divorce?
Most women have continued the tradition of changing their last name to that of their husband when they get married. However, many opt to return to their maiden name when they divorce. For a lot of women, it's about reclaiming their life and shedding as much of their...
Myths about divorce
You've probably heard a lot of myths and cliches about marriage. You may wonder how much of what you have heard is actually true. Here are some of the most common myths about marriage and why couples therapists say you should ignore them. -- Love is all you need. Yes,...
How can I simplify my divorce?
By its nature, divorce is not easy. However, there are a few things that you can do to help make the process a little less difficult -- even those with high asset divorces. Consider the following tips for simplifying your divorce: -- If you are the one who wants the...