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Category Archives: Divorce

The Unique Elements of a Military Divorce

For the most part, military divorces proceed in the exact same way as civilian divorces. However, there are some unique elements of military divorces that could add extra wrinkles to your process that you will need to understand as you move forward. In a regular divorce, you must file the divorce petition in the state… Read More »

Divorce Terms You Should Know and Understand

As you go through the divorce process, chances are that you will come across a variety of terms that you are not familiar with. Here is a list of a few of the ones you are likely to encounter: Affidavit: This is simply any kind of written statement that you give under oath. Annulment: The… Read More »

What Legal Requirements Must Be Fulfilled Before a Divorce?

Before a couple is able to file a divorce action in court and actually go through the divorce process, there are certain legal requirements that they must fulfill. These requirements include:  Residency. A spouse that chooses to file for a divorce must have resided within the state they are filing for a certain period of… Read More »

Religion and Your Child Custody Arrangement

It’s somewhat common for one parent to change religions after going through a divorce. However, there are legal implications involving child custody and changing religion that must be considered. Religion is actually one of several considerations that courts will take into account when determining custody arrangements, alongside health care, residence, recreation and education.  First, courts… Read More »

Divorce Rate Has Dramatically Declined in Last Two Decades

You’ve likely heard the statistic that more than half of all marriages end in divorce. However, this is a common misconception. The fact is that divorce rates are currently the lowest they’ve been since the 1960s.  A recent study published by the New York Times shows that the divorce rate hit its peak in the… Read More »

Cruel and Inhuman Treatment as Grounds for Divorce in New York

As a result of several prominent cases involving NFL athletes, domestic violence has been all over the news in recent weeks. Although the focus of much of this reporting has been on the male-on-female violence that constitutes the largest percentage of cases, it’s worth remembering that domestic violence can occur in any intimate relationship, regardless… Read More »

Setting Up a Parenting Plan After Divorce

No part of getting a divorce is easy, but as any divorced parents know, the process becomes considerably more complicated when children involved. In every situation, the children’s needs have to come first. However, the logistics of developing a parenting plan can be difficult to navigate, even if two former spouses are in agreement regarding… Read More »

Common Real Estate Mistakes Couples Make During a Divorce

Divorce and moving are two of the most stressful experiences people can go through, and factoring the marital home into your divorce proceedings can be especially difficult given the emotional and financial stake you and your spouse have in the home. Not surprisingly, many couples make mistakes related to their real estate as they’re going… Read More »

Common Divorce Negotiation Mistakes

Divorce has become such a common occurrence that many people have come to think they can do it with minimal legal assistance or, even worse, completely by themselves. This is a grave risk. Many people who attempt to negotiate and finalize their own divorces end up unnecessarily forfeiting important rights and setting themselves up for… Read More »

Preparing for Your Life During and After Divorce

Transitioning from living as part of a couple to living as an independent individual can be challenging in many ways. But one of the factors people frequently overlook is the significant change to their personal financial affairs. That is why a divorcing spouse should take several steps both before and immediately after filing for divorce…. Read More »