International child abductions happens more often that most people may think, but they are especially common among ex-spouses who share international custody. In these particular cases, it is important to know where to turn for help in the event of an abduction....
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What kids of divorce should know when facing their own divorce
If your parents divorced when you were a child, you may worry that you have the divorce gene. You may even believe that your experiences or your genetics doomed your marriage from the start. Statistics show that women with divorced parents have a 60% higher chance of...
Three ways to settle your divorce out of court
Depending on the type of relationship you have with your ex-spouse, going through a divorce can be a lengthy and costly process. Your divorce could be the complete opposite if you have a good-standing relationship with your spouse. Substitutes to divorce court In...
How can parents help infants and toddlers cope with divorce?
Children of different ages and developmental stages have different abilities to understand divorce. Young children, such as infants and toddlers, may have little to no understanding about what divorce is, but this does not mean that they will be oblivious to changes...
Millennials are more likely to get prenuptial agreements
While millennials tend to get hitched later in life than previous generations, many are coming to marrying age. According to a survey conducted by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, 51% of lawyers report an increase in the number of millennials getting...
Getting organized early can improve your divorce outcome
There are many factors that can influence the outcome of your divorce, and the divorce process can present a variety of challenges. Because some aspects of your divorce will be out of your control, it can be beneficial to make the most of the elements you can control....
What you should never do during or after your divorce
Your divorce can be a time when you have an increased emotional state with bouts of sustained stress. It is during these times when decisions you make can have long lasting negative effects. Your behavior and decision making during and right after your divorce can...
When are the best times to take your divorce to court?
Divorce is never a pleasant process to go through. Some couples want to resolve this as quickly and peacefully as possible. For many, that means taking your proceedings to mediation. This conflict-resolution process allows both spouses to determine their asset...
How to break news of your divorce to your kids
If you and your ex-spouse have decided to divorce, you’re probably feeling hesitant about breaking the new to your child. A number of factors can make this conversation easier or more difficult, such as the age of your child, your finances and whether the divorce is...