Divorce Topics

For many couples, divorce can be pricey. After covering court costs and filing fees, mediation costs, counseling, attorney fees, and other related expenses, the cost to dissolve a marriage could climb to tens of thousands of dollars for some. Attorney fees are often one of the main expenses in a divorce. Most attorneys bill at […]

It is not uncommon for marriage to feel similar to a roller coaster ride. There are ups, there are downs, and there are times when the ride shuts down and requires maintenance. Couples going through a down or maintenance period may decide that a break from the marriage is needed. A recent publication discusses these […]

Divorce can bring out the worst in anyone. It is an emotional roller coaster regardless of which partner initiated the proceeding. The need to go through everything from who gets what pieces of property to who gets to spend the most time with the children can provide ample fuel for emotions to run high.

Because of their long work hours and extended periods of high stress, the general belief was that doctors divorce at a higher rate than other professionals. However, a study by Harvard Medical School (HMS) has found that physicians are in fact less likely to get divorced than other professionals including lawyers and others working in […]

It is not uncommon for parents going through divorce to express concern about the emotional well-being of their children.

Can My Spouse Make Me Pay Their Divorce Attorney fees The divorce process gets increasingly expensive as time passes. One of the primary expenses is the cost of retaining legal representation. As you work on dividing your assets, you may be wondering if you’ll be required to pay for your divorce attorney’s fees or if […]

The divorce rate amongst baby boomers is growing. This statistic has been covered by numerous news sources.

“Diligence is the mother of good luck.” —Benjamin Franklin It’s natural to hope to come out of the marriage dissolution process unscathed – or at least with as little stress and disruption as possible. Obtaining the best outcome in a divorce is never about luck. Rather, a successful divorce is all about preparation, organization, and […]

You and your soon-to-be-ex spouse may still be under the same roof, or you might have already separated or found temporary arrangements apart from one another. Regardless of your current living situation, your regular monthly bills are still coming in. How do you know who should be paying the household bills during your divorce? If […]

There are a lot of things that can go wrong during the asset division portion of a divorce. One area that requires particular attention involves retirement assets. Retirement assets are often a difficult asset to split during divorce. A group of financial professionals recently completed a survey focusing on the more common issues that can […]