If you go through a divorce with children, one of your first goals is likely to be addressing physical custody rights. When will your child live with you after the marriage ends, and when will they live with your ex? In some cases, parents will divide physical custody...
Divorce does not stop daily life. Bills still arrive. Homes still need care. Children still need support. In high-asset divorce cases, these issues can feel even more stressful because of large incomes, complex investments and expensive lifestyles. In such situations,...
In most divorce cases, both partners are involved in the process. The person who files for divorce serves the paperwork to the other person, who then files their own response with the court. The couple can then agree on the terms of the divorce or, in the case of a...
If you and your soon-to-be ex have a nanny or other regular caregiver for your child whom you plan to keep, it’s important to consider how they will fit into your custody schedule and parenting plan. That person can be crucial to helping your child feel like their...
Divorce nearly always affects the financial status and standard of living of a couple and their family. Even couples who both earn high incomes have to deal with the reality that living separately is more expensive than living together. For spouses who aren’t equally...
When couples plan for marriage, they talk about everything from shared finances to family goals. But one topic that still makes many people uneasy is the prenuptial agreement, or “prenup.” Despite its reputation, a prenup is not about expecting a breakup. It is about...
Parents who are going through a divorce have to determine what should be included in the parenting plan. This governs how the children will be raised and the responsibilities of both parents. While many parents are able to put their differences aside to raise their...
If you’re considering going through a divorce or have already filed for one, you’re probably wondering how long the whole process will take. It’s a fair concern, especially when your financial security, living arrangements or custody matters are concerned. While every...
Parents who have children together generally have more concerns to address during divorce than those without children. Instead of simply dividing their property, they also have to address their parental rights and responsibilities. Issues related to parental rights...
Property division is a series of major decisions, each of which has the possibility of affecting your finances now and into the future. One of the major assets that has to be handled is the marital home. It’s sometimes difficult to determine what should happen with...
