Divorce

Divorce is a complex and emotionally challenging process, and being well-prepared can make a significant difference in helping ensure a smoother transition. If you’re considering divorce, you should know the essential documents to have at the ready. These documents...

When divorcing, concern over your current and post-divorce finances can take center stage, often taking your attention away from other vital matters. The prospect of supporting yourself and contributing to the care of your kids can be downright scary. Knowing what you...

Unfortunately, divorce hurts everyone involved in one way or another and children are no exception. However, many kids have mastered the art of behaving as if nothing is wrong, so you may not notice them struggling right away. Left unaddressed, any issues your...

People sometimes want to know what their odds of divorce look like. One reason for this is that they may suspect that the marriage is going to end, and they want to prepare in advance. They want to know if they can predict a divorce so they can be ready. There’s no...

Property division in a divorce is not always smooth sailing. While most divorces involve complex financial negotiations, some couples must confront an even more daunting issue: financial misconduct.  Financial misconduct can take many forms, including: Running up...

You can choose to pursue a contested or an uncontested divorce. Many people assume that this term refers to the odds that a divorce will even happen. For instance, maybe one person files for divorce and the other person contests it, saying that they don’t want to get...

Marriage is supposed to be built on trust and honesty. Unfortunately, one spouse may sometimes conceal assets from the other, either in preparation for a divorce or for other reasons. If you suspect your spouse may be hiding marital assets, you need to take immediate...

When people think of divorce and counseling, they often think of unhappy couples trying to force their relationship to work by going to counseling together. That is a stereotype consistently reinforced by the media in books, movies and television shows. Counseling or...

Perhaps the most widespread misconception about property division during a divorce is that half of everything you own will go to your spouse. First, you will not lose half of everything you own. In addition, your share may not necessarily equal your spouse’s. Ohio...

Few people who’ve been through a divorce would say it was easy. Yet some might look back and realize they made it a lot harder than need be. Here are some tips to help you make your divorce as simple as it can reasonably be: 1. Seek compromise, not a win  If you win...