Many people say that the key to a good marriage is good communication. The same could be said for a good divorce. When parties communicate effectively during a split, they can reach agreements more quickly and avoid costly missteps. Here are some tips for improving...

A divorce can be challenging on multiple levels, especially when creating a parenting time schedule for your child. Knowing what types of schedules are appropriate given a child's developmental stage can help minimize problems and make for an outcome that serves your...

The road to and through divorce is rarely a straight line. There are periods where things seem calm and times when there is so much happening it can be quite overwhelming. During times when the case seems to be making little progress, some people feel uncertain about...

Most people enter into marriage believing their union will last a lifetime. Unfortunately, as the years go on,  many couples find themselves growing apart. While approximately half of all marriages end in divorce, many people never see it coming. Fortunately, a...

Last year was stressful and upsetting for numerous reasons, from a global pandemic and high unemployment rates, to untimely deaths and financial strain. These stressors were enough to push many marriages past their breaking points. Those contemplating divorce don't...

Even if you want to divorce your spouse, you may want to avoid the courtroom battles that can come with traditional divorce proceedings. As you consider alternatives, you may wonder whether you and your spouse are good candidates for a successful mediation. If you two...

Communication is an integral part of marriage, and often, it breaks down when that relationship nears its end. This is one reason why divorce can become so contentious. However, if you can practice effective, responsible communication during your divorce, you may find...

As you and your spouse work out your parenting agreement, you may have concerns about paying child support. You may be an involved and devoted parent but fear that monthly support payments could hurt you financially. Here are some things to know about how child...

When parents divorce, a primary concern is often how the process will affect their children. Many parents worry they will lose their relationship with their child, or that a child will not be able to handle the situation in a healthy, safe way. Divorce can indeed be...

Ending a marriage is a complicated combination of financial, emotional, and legal challenges. This can be especially true when it comes to dividing your property. Property holds economic value, certainly, but there are also emotional attachments and legal...