Some people sign prenuptial agreements before getting married. They often need to have a somewhat difficult conversation with their fiancé about why they want a marital agreement. There are probably some marriages that never occur because one fiancé has very strong...
During a divorce, you may encounter many challenges. One of these is asset division. You may expect your spouse to be forthcoming with assets to ensure you receive your fair share of them. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Some of the signs your spouse may...
A certain political trend has potential consequences for couples who prefer to seek quicker, less complex no-fault divorces. A recent shift toward conservative policies at the state level has some state legislators attempting to do away with no-fault divorces....
In recent years, the concept of family has evolved to encompass a broader, more inclusive definition, breaking away from traditional norms. This is particularly true among families within the LGBTQ+ community. There’s a growing recognition that adult adoption is a...
When one spouse wants to get a divorce and the other does not, that person may try many different things to stop the divorce from taking place. They may simply attempt to talk their spouse out of it. They may propose other solutions, such as taking a temporary break...
Property division disputes are inevitable in divorce cases. In some high-net-worth divorces, the couple may try to resolve their issues amongst themselves. Unfortunately, if there is any hostility between them, this can be difficult at best. In such situations, the...
Divorce is a tumultuous time for adults and children. Traditionally, kids shuffle back and forth between their parents' separate homes. Bird's nest parenting is another model that aims to minimize disruption in children's lives by keeping them in a single, stable...
Co-parenting relationships can be fraught with tension. Many parents have a hard time setting aside their personal feelings about their former partner and will let their emotions determine how they handle matters with their children as a result. Issues ranging from...
Divorce can get to be fairly complicated for those who are business owners. It could be a couple who got married and then decided to open their own business five years later, for instance. It is clearly a marital asset, they both own it, and they have to decide what...
In some ways, a gray divorce can be simple. That’s because this type of divorce refers to those who are 50 years old and older, and they often do not have children living at home any longer. Younger couples split up and spend a lot of their time determining things...