Bitter disputes sometimes arise over child custody, money and other issues during divorce. With many people considering pets a part of the family, disagreements over who keeps the family pet can also cause problems. How do courts decide who gets the family pets in a...
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Valid reasons to modify your custody agreement
Change is inevitable after your divorce. You will need to adapt to being a single parent. You might find a new job. Eventually, you could remarry. Leaving some flexibility in your child custody agreement may facilitate change as it happens. Knowing some valid reasons...
How can you break the divorce to your kids?
Deciding that it is time to call it quits in your marriage can devastate your family. Even when you know breaking up is for the best, it is still complex for you and your partner. When facing your kids, the conversation becomes exponentially more difficult. According...
How can you minimize the cost of your divorce?
Divorce is costly, averaging between $7,500 and $17,500. Considering that your household income is soon to become half of what it is now, it is wise to look now for ways to minimize the cost of separation. According to U.S. News, the best way to minimize the cost of...
Who pays for your attorney in a divorce?
Divorces can have a high financial cost to you. If you are considering divorce, you may wonder how you can pay for your attorney. Here are some considerations for paying for your attorney in your divorce. Who pays for legal costs? If you do not have the financial...
Statistics show the prevalence of divorce
You likely have many different issues to think about if you decide to get a divorce. Whether you worry about issues involving children (such as custody and support) or the division of your finances, you should remember that you are not alone. Going over statistics on...
What new life events can lead to child support modifications?
When you begin to think seriously about seeking out child support modifications, you may not know what to expect. You could have questions about whether or not you have a significant enough reason to change the amount you pay. Knowing the problems and common life...
What is collaborative divorce?
No one wants the additional stress of a court battle when handling divorce. Though this, unfortunately, ends up being the only viable option for some, others may find it entirely avoidable. For those who can avoid it, it is prudent to look into alternative methods of...
Put teamwork in motion to develop a successful parenting plan
If you have children, you and your soon-to-be-ex will have to create a parenting plan as part of the divorce process. The court will want to know how you intend to raise your children after the divorce, and teamwork is a great way for the two of you to create a...
What children need from their parents during a divorce
Divorce is rarely painless, particularly for children of separating parents. Mothers and fathers bear the responsibility of easing the experience for little ones. Getting kids through this time is most challenging when their desires are unknown. If you have kids and...

