If you are thinking about ending your marriage, or your spouse recently filed for a divorce, you likely have a lot of questions regarding the process and how this could impact your life. It is essential to look at the unique aspects of your divorce, whether you have...
Divorce
How can you protect your finances during divorce?
If you have decided to end your marriage, you may have many concerns about what the future will hold. One of these concerns may relate to your finances and how you will manage on a single income after finalizing your divorce. According to the Institute for Family...
What is the difference between divorce and separation?
Marrying someone requires serious forethought. Tons of considerations must occur for the big day to happen. Little compares with the stress of selecting a venue, sending invitations and picking a bridal dress. The same is true when dissolving a marriage. It mandates...
Changing your name following a divorce
Bringing your marriage to an end could result in a number of changes in your life, from moving into a new home to finding a different job. If you took your spouse's name when you tied the knot, changing your last name could help you move on from a failed marriage, but...
What is the difference between court-ordered and private mediation?
Divorcing couples usually know a little bit about mediation when they go into their attorney’s offices and have a basic idea of what it is. However, mediation is much more than what people know. It is both integrated into the court system and also, separately, offered...
How can financial infidelity affect a divorce?
You probably have more than one reason for wanting out of your marriage. If your spouse has not been forthcoming about finances, though, you might be a victim of financial infidelity. According to reporting from NBC News, financial infidelity can become toxic for any...
What influences the length of the divorce process?
Divorce is a difficult process, and one of the most pressing questions is how long it will take. Delays can be frustrating when you want to move on with your life as soon as possible. After you file for divorce in Texas, it will take at least 60 days until the judge...
How are assets divided in divorce?
When dealing with assets during divorce, it is important to note that not every asset will go up for division. At the same time, you might feel surprised to see what types of assets the law considers exempt or not exempt. Equitable versus equal splits The Business...
What are a mediator’s duties in divorce?
When going through a divorce, it is beneficial to have the guidance of other parties who know what they are doing. This is one of the many benefits of mediation during a divorce. But what exactly is it, and what do mediators actually do? Defining mediation Forbes...
Do you get to keep your inheritance after divorce?
When going through divorce, the division of assets often ends up being a top concern for many people. This is especially true for people with a lot to lose, or a lot to gain or keep. For example, if you gained an inheritance during your marriage, where does the...