By Appelhof, Pfeifer & Hart, P.A. | Published August 1, 2022 | Posted in Divorce, Family Law | Tagged Tags: communication, marriage, Prenup | Comments Off on What to Know Before Getting Married, As Told By Divorce Lawyers
What to Know Before Getting Married, As Told By Divorce Lawyers
Divorce lawyers in the online Buzzfeed community recently shared advice they would give to couples about to get married. Here are just a few examples of some of the more salient pieces of advice provided: Talk about important issues before tying the knot: It’s great to be in love and to have romantic notions of Read More
Read MoreDivorce vs. Separation: Which is Right for You?
If you have started to feel yourself growing away from your spouse and believe the marriage to be irreconcilable, you might consider whether to file for divorce or simply to separate from your spouse. So which is the right path to take? This entirely depends on your individual circumstances; every relationship is different. Here are Read More
Read MoreHow Divorced Parents Can Plan for College Costs
College is getting more expensive every year, and many parents wish to help their children pay for at least a little of their schooling. When you’re divorced it might seem particularly challenging to make such an investment happen, but there are still ways you can plan ahead for college costs. Here are a few tips. Read More
Read MoreConsider These Factors When Choosing the Home for Primary Custody
After your divorce (and perhaps even during), you and your spouse will live in separate households. If you have minor children, one of you may be awarded primary physical custody of the children, meaning they will spend a majority of their time with that person. If you get custody of the children, you will need Read More
Read MoreTips for Navigating a Divorce With False Abuse Allegations
Have you been targeted with false abuse allegations during your divorce process? These allegations may be used by one spouse to attempt to get their way with child custody or alimony issues. Here are some of the steps you should take if such false allegations become an issue in your divorce. Focus on your child: Read More
Read MoreTips for Dealing With Divorce in Your 20s
Divorce can pose an emotionally turbulent phase of your life no matter when it happens. For people who go through a divorce in their 20s, there might be feelings or shame or embarrassment, or a sense that your future is already compromised. However, there are many people that get divorced while in their 20s and Read More
Read MoreSocial Media’s Influence on Divorces
Social media has become an inextricable part of our lives, especially as smartphones have grown in their ubiquity. As much as it has helped people improve their connections to friends and family from afar (especially during the time of COVID), it also has had an undeniable influence on mental health issues. Studies also show the Read More
Read MoreStudies Show Link Between Age and Divorce Rates
There have been many studies performed into the causes for divorce. Some of the most common factors include whether either spouse has been divorced before, the presence of abuse or violence in the relationship and the age of the couple. The divorce rate for those who marry on the younger side is quite high: 59 Read More
Read MoreTake Divorce Advice from Friends and Family With a Grain of Salt
As you begin the divorce process, one thing you will notice is that you will get a lot of unsolicited advice from friends and family about your own divorce. This advice typically comes from a very well-meaning place. People who care about you think they can help you and want to share their own experiences. Read More
Read MoreWhat Happens to a Trust When You Get Divorced?
Untangling your assets in the divorce process can be quite complicated. If you also have trusts, the way you proceed with dealing with them will depend on the type of trust you have. Here’s an overview of what you should know. Revocable living trusts If you and your spouse developed a living trust before your Read More
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