How to Make a Case for Spousal Support
If you plan to request spousal support, either for the short-term or long-term, you’ll have to make your case for it. But how?
If you plan to request spousal support, either for the short-term or long-term, you’ll have to make your case for it. But how?
Divorce is not an easy or swift path, which is why people often search for other ways to separate from a spouse. In addition to the religious and spiritual aspects of a marriage, the union is also a legal agreement, which gives both parties new rights and obligations. That means there is a legal process…
In the relationship that is ending, bills were paid, repairs to car and home were scheduled, retirement accounts were (hopefully) created, and important information was filed (by paper or electronically). After a divorce, you have to find a way to organize all the new information along with the old.
Divorce brings up a lot of questions about child support and child custody, and not just for parents. Grandparents may also be involved and want to know more about the changes divorce brings.
If you have inherited a large sum of money from a relative or friend, you might feel even more concerned about the division: will you have to share that inheritance with your soon-to-be-ex spouse? Whether you have to split that money depends on a few things.
Letting go of someone you have loved for a long time is difficult, and you may have many reasons to stay together. Many people find themselves second-guessing the decision to divorce after the fact.
For partners with children, child custody is one of the most important parts of divorce. Here is a rundown of some important aspects of child custody.
The circular shape of a wedding ring represents forever. But when “forever” ends a little sooner than expected, what do you do with your wedding ring(s)?
Therapy can help you work through the feelings and find a new perspective, so it’s often advisable to speak to a therapist following divorce — even if you are the one requesting the split.
If you have an attorney, you don’t actually file divorce papers yourself. But if you want to file without an attorney, here are some guidelines.