When you divorce, the outcome will have a massive effect on how easy (or hard) life will be post-divorce. For instance, making ends meet will be much easier if you have not lost most of your wealth to your spouse. Maintaining contact with your child will be much...
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4 important co-parenting tips
You know that you want to put your children first after the divorce. You also know that you're going to share custody with your ex. This means that you're going to be co-parents. Co-parenting can be difficult, but there are ways to make it easier. Here are a few tips...
Gray divorce is on the rise
When you and your high school sweetheart got married you promised to stay with each other forever and always. Now that you are in your late 40s heading toward your 50s, things don’t seem to be so rosy. The two of you argue more than you talk, and you find that you are...
3 ways depression could affect the outcome of a New York divorce
Depression is a common medical issue in the United States. Many adults experience occasional bouts of depression, and some people even have clinical depression that lasts for years. If you already had mental health struggles before your divorce, your symptoms may...
What a prenuptial agreement does when a couple files for divorce
New York couples facing divorce know that there will be months of transition and uncertainty for their families. Figuring out how to split shared property and the responsibility for children can be a major challenge. Some couples spend months and thousands of dollars...
Are your in-laws making divorce more difficult?
Divorce can be a complex process that impacts numerous parties. If children are involved, then both parents are going to have to take every step with them in mind. Also, there are grandparents to think about. How are they taking the divorce? Parents are inclined to...
If you get divorced, will it mean you can’t retire?
There's no question in your mind that you want to get a divorce. You've even talked with your spouse about it, and they would never have filed for divorce on their own, but they can see your point and they agree to end the marriage if that's what you want. What's...
A collaborative divorce can lessen the blow for children
The decision to obtain a divorce is one that you most likely have not taken lightly. Parents often attempt to reconcile for the sake of the children. Despite the best of intentions, this can often make matters worse. While divorce is always challenging, there are ways...
How to deal with hidden assets during divorce
During divorce proceedings, full property disclosure is required to ensure that every party gets their fair share of marital property. But what if your ex is hiding assets to keep them away from division? You need to safeguard your legal rights and ensure that you get...
Checking in on your child’s mental health during divorce
For both children and parents, family is something you hope to be able to count on. When your life outside the home is stressful, the people in your family are the ones you count on to provide support and stability. A divorce can leave children and parents wondering...
