The value of your family business could represent a large portion of your marital assets, and it may require a professional appraisal in a divorce proceeding. The determined value could affect what you have a right to own after dissolving your marriage. Your...
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A closer look at the role of a divorce mediator
Many people might not be aware that divorcing couples can work out the end of their marriages outside of a courtroom. Some couples pull off an amicable divorce by going to mediation. Since mediators are less familiar to the public than judges, it may help to learn in...
Washington state sued for its role in a custody dispute
One will often a hear the same term repeated over and over during child custody proceedings: the best interests of the children. That is the underlying standard that the court must weigh every decision made in such matters against. Oftentimes, a child's best interest...
What to include in a parenting plan
Parents who are going through a divorce must figure out a parenting plan. This is an agreement that outlines details about custody and visitation time with each parent. Taking the time to create a parenting plan that each parent agrees with is beneficial for the...
What do you risk when you lose your temper during a divorce?
Your behavior during a divorce may not be representative of the marriage you shared with your soon-to-be-ex. But in the unfortunate scenario where you do act out on negative emotions, an outburst may jeopardize your marital stakes. As Forbes points out, displays of...
What happens to my pension during a divorce?
Property division is a complicated matter in most divorces but can be even more so when you have multiple large assets. For example, you may have more than one house or multiple retirement plans to hash out between you and your spouse. One of the most common questions...
What is “nesting” and should we consider it?
There is more than one way to parent after divorce. Co-parenting is the most popular post-divorce custodial arrangement, and while there are many benefits for the kids with this approach, the practicalities of two different households can be somewhat difficult to...
How can I keep divorce costs low?
Particularly if you are looking at a high-asset divorce, it is important to keep finances in mind. While many people are very concerned with the dollar amounts associated with child support and alimony, the actual price tag attached to divorce can be quite high on its...
Alimony and the earning capacity of a spouse
A California judge will take a number of factors into account when determining how much a spouse should receive in alimony. These factors include the age of the spouses and the duration of the marriage. In addition, a judge will consider how much ability the receiving...
Spending time apart and divorce
There are many reasons why marriages crumble, such as an affair or domestic violence. Sometimes, spouses spend a considerable amount of time apart and realize that they are no longer interested in the relationship. Also, some marriages fail as a result of time apart. ...