When you got married, what was "yours" and "mine" became "ours" for the most part. But now that your marriage is ending, you and your spouse must split up your property again, even though you have probably acquired a great deal of property during your marriage. This...
Month: September 2020
What factors affect spousal support?
Many married couples divide roles and responsibilities. One person might be the breadwinner and manage the family finances while the other spouse stays at home to care for the children and support the household. Under these circumstances, divorce can be particularly...
Child custody missteps every parent should avoid
When parents divorce, children can experience enormous changes and complicated emotions. Mothers and fathers are in the crucial position of helping children navigate these challenges. And the things parents do or do not do can have a dramatic impact on a child's...
Will marital misconduct affect your divorce decree?
If your marriage broke down due to your spouse’s misconduct, you likely feel wronged and hurt. As you begin divorce proceedings, you might wonder how their actions will affect your final decree. In some states, marital misconduct is a bar to spousal support. And it...
What happens to inherited money in a divorce?
There are several difficult elements of a divorce, but dividing property can be an especially contentious matter. People can be fearful of being unable to support themselves after the split and angry about having to divide assets to which they feel entitled. To make...