Over the last 15 years, with the prevalence of email, Twitter, and Facebook divorce has changed a lot. By Divorce Magazine Technology has changed the way most of us do business, communicate with friends and family, and conduct our social lives. It’s also changed the face of divorce. Divorcing couples face two kinds of digital peril: […]
Child Discipline After Divorce: A Guide for Parents
Divorce is emotionally draining to parents and children. Given that divorce often results in changes to a child’s schedule, relationships, and housing situation, the divorce process can be extremely challenging. For the custodial parents who are responsible for guiding and disciplining the child in the absence of the non-custodial parent, this adjustment can be particularly difficult […]
What are the Legal Implications of Dating During and After Divorce?
Natalie BogdanskiDivorce is a difficult process that can be financially and emotionally draining. It can have an impact on a person’s ability to date and form new relationships, among other elements of their personal life. Although it is not illegal to date during or after divorce, people should be informed of the potential negative legal repercussions, which […]
Who Legally Gets The Dog In A Breakup?
Dogs have earned their reputation as man’s best friend. The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) estimates that approximately 4 in 10 U.S. households own a dog. A dog can be a lot more than just a pet, they can become a true member of the family. When going through a separation—whether a breakup or a divorce—determining what […]
False Allegations in Custody Cases: Questions, Observations & Comments
False allegations in child custody cases can have a catastrophic effect on the parent who is being accused. It can also affect the child or children involved. Below we will discuss common false allegations in custody cases, their effects, and how to defend yourself in the event of a false allegation. Common False Allegations in Child Custody Cases […]
4 Ways to Reduce the Cost of Your Divorce
It is a common scenario. You have agonized over the decision to leave your marriage. You may have spent years in counseling. You may have been mulling over the decision for a long time, knowing it was right but being concerned to pull the trigger. By Divorce Magazine You feel ready to divorce, but there is […]
6 Signs You’ve Hired the Wrong Divorce Attorney
Unfortunately, no matter how good a divorce attorney is, or was for someone else, you could find yourself in a situation where your attorney just isn’t doing what you think they should be doing. By Divorce Magazine Classic problems might include taking too long to get back to you, flagrant inaction on your case, not doing […]
The Dependency Deduction: Who Gets to Claim the Children?
Who gets to claim the children on their taxes in a divorce? This issue comes up a lot – and it should, because the dependency deduction is more valuable than most people realize. By Kristen Shearin Who gets to claim the children on their taxes in a divorce? This issue comes up a lot and it should, because […]
10 Tips for a Peaceful Divorce (Even from a Narcissistic Spouse)
Ten helpful tips to keep your divorce peaceful even if you are dealing with a high-conflict or narcissistic spouse. You may not achieve the perfect “conscious uncoupling” but you may just save some sanity and real money on legal bills. By Melissa Kalil By now we are all too familiar with the popular movement to “consciously uncouple,” and […]
Life After Divorce Part 1: Facing the Uncomfortable Truth
To create a happy life after divorce, you must uncover the deep-rooted beliefs and issues holding you back. Work through your self-doubt, insecurities, and questions to forgive and truly let go. By Kim Nguyen During this time of uncertainty, we’ve all been afforded the luxury or the burden of time with our thoughts. We’ve been forced […]