When it comes to divorce, planning in advance often helps. You may need to gather paperwork, change bank accounts, inventory assets, consider local divorce laws, and much more. In other words, it’s just helpful if you can spot any red flags that indicate you may get...
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What happens to a small business when owners divorce?
When business owners face a divorce, the future of their company hangs in the balance. The decision on how to proceed with the business depends on various factors, including the nature of the divorce, the relationship between the owners post-separation and the...
Tips for extracurricular activities when co-parenting
When parents navigate the complexities of divorce or separation, coordinating extracurricular activities for their children can be challenging. It's crucial to handle these arrangements effectively to support children's interests and well-being while respecting each...
3 reasons divorces become contested
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....
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....