Property division is a common subject of virtually any divorce. But it’s less common to think about the implication of your separation on your debt. Will you inherit your ex-spouse’s debt? Will they inherit yours? What’s on the line, and how are these decisions made?...
Divorce is often an emotionally taxing time. But when you and your ex have kids together, they may have to split their time between you and their other parent. The prospect of only seeing your kids every few days – or weeks – can be devastating. Although a visitation...
Not all co-parents agree on how to raise their kids after divorce. Whether they disagree on sleep schedules, nutrition or discipline, for example, courts prioritize the children's best interests. This typically involves spending time with each parent. But not all...
Helping your child cope with divorce can be challenging, especially if they don’t have siblings. What’s so different about divorce for an only child? For one thing, the child doesn’t have other kids in the same household with whom to share feelings or have private...
When you get divorced, your children may have trouble adapting to switching between two households. Moving between two homes can be disruptive for your children’s social lives and emotional well-being. Some families try a unique strategy calling a “nesting” divorce at...
With summer vacation just around the corner, you may want to make plans to travel with your children. However, if you have shared custody with your ex, there are some additional complicating factors you’ll want to be sure to consider. Follow the custody agreement...
These days, it’s not uncommon for both parents in a household to have their own careers. However, not all jobs allow you the same amount of flexibility and free time to spend with your kids. You may work 24-hour shifts in an emergency room or work night shifts as a...
Divorced parents must actively manage their success when facing a child’s summer break from school. No matter the age of the child or the years post-divorce, parents must take an active role when preparing for lengthy school breaks rather than simply reacting to...
A military divorce often follows a complicated path as both parties attempt to work toward their new, independent futures. Even if the spouses both approach the process in agreement, there are numerous layers of negotiations, compromises and challenges both parties...
If your marriage ended on bad terms, you may be feeling anger or resentment towards your ex-spouse. When it comes time to initiate the divorce proceedings and divide your property, you may consider selling some of your assets in order to keep your ex from getting...
