Divorce is said to be “uncontested” when the couple is willing to work together to craft their own agreements about all the issues that must be decided, including things like the division of assets and debts, matters of support, and custody of the children....

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What will happen to my farm if I divorce?
Managing a farm is no small undertaking. Apart from rigorous manual labor involved in raising livestock and crops, farmers must also deal with the administrative and business side of farming, such as marketing, finances, and operations. If your family runs a farm and...
The difference between prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
In matrimonial law, both prenuptial and postnuptial agreements serve crucial roles in safeguarding the interests and assets of married couples. While they share similarities, grasping the nuances that set them apart is essential. A prenuptial agreement, commonly known...
What happens to your inheritance during a divorce?
When your parents passed away, they left you their remaining wealth as an inheritance. You were already married, but it was clear to you that your parents meant for this money to go to you. After all, they would want it to stay within the family. Now your spouse has...
4 reasons why you need a prenuptial agreement
In life, it helps to be prepared for any eventualities, even the ones that seem unlikely. Divorce is one of them. No one envisions the end of their marriage but things do not always work out despite your best efforts. It is why you need to plan for such a possibility...
Maintaining a shared commitment to a child’s education in divorce
If you’re a parent who’s going to be divorcing this year, you’re likely concerned most about how your child will adjust to it Among other things, you may be worried about whether the divorce will affect your kids’ grades and overall educational achievement. Studies...
You get to keep your pet if you get divorced?
If you bought your pet before you got married, that pet likely gets to stay with you after a divorce. It is not a marital asset, but a separate asset that you brought to the marriage. Your spouse had nothing to do with the purchase and has no ownership rights....
2 signs your ex could be alienating you from your child
Sharing custody can be difficult at best especially if the divorce was contested and there is a lot of bad blood between you and your ex. An uncooperative ex can make co-parenting difficult for pretty much everyone. When your ex is actively trying to damage your...
Is your custody agreement set in stone?
You and your former spouse have recently divorced and it’s time to get on with the co-parenting relationship. The court has signed off on a custody arrangement that works in the best interests of the child. Frequently, co-parents are able to make a success out of the...
Can you still retire after divorce?
Divorce is certainly going to impact your finances on numerous levels, and that can also have an impact on your retirement options. Remember that gray divorce is growing more common, so more and more people who are ending their marriages are close to retirement age....