Your spouse has asked you for a divorce, and now you’re looking for answers. You’re not trying to save the marriage. You just want solutions that can address the worries you now have, and you want to seek the best possible life for you and your children after the...
When is the best time to divorce when you’re a parent?
If your marriage is struggling, you may believe you need to tough it out until your children leave home. There could be many advantages to this. Children can be susceptible to a lot of stress when their parents split up, and your divorce could affect their education....
Emotional responses could hurt your divorce case
There is no question that divorces can be emotional, but it’s important for those going through them to remember that divorces are also legal arrangements. Getting a divorce is about more than just separating. There are legal actions that happen, and there are...
How to tell your spouse that it’s over
You are 100% sure that you want a divorce -- and 100% certain that you are dreading the conversation you need to have with your spouse. They’re not a bad person, but the two of you are just not a good match. Telling your spouse that a divorce is coming is never going...
Hiding past traumas can impact your health
Honesty is the basis of a solid marriage. When either partner is unable to be fully honest, there is a chance that the marriage will weaken. This can eventually lead to a divorce. This is true even if the hidden points were from the past and especially if they...
Your divorce doesn’t have to be contentious
Many people automatically think about having to go through contentious battles when they think about a divorce. While your divorce might not be a pleasant experience, it doesn’t have to be a constant fight between you and your ex. Going into the process with a plan...
Why paying lump-sum spousal support might not be a good idea
Among all the tension and stresses of divorce negotiations, it’s understandable that you might want to get all your spousal support payments done quickly and move on with your life. You might go into it hoping to pay the least alimony possible and for the shortest...
Resolve conflicts and keep your children in a peaceful situation
As a dad, your preference is to always put your children first. You know that they need you and their mother to grow up healthy and happy. In fact, you've made it a priority to treat their mother respectfully despite your differences.The unfortunate thing in your...
Sole custody could be awarded to fathers in Minnesota
Although many men worry about unspoken bias in the court system, the truth is that dads can get full custody of their children under certain circumstances. Normally, the courts do prefer to award joint custody, because it gives both parents the right to see their...
Alternative dispute resolution can help you resolve conflicts
When a marriage is ending, there are often hurt feelings and regrets. People may feel guilty or be angry. At such a trying time, it's no wonder that there are often disputes.While disputes can be frustrating and time-consuming, it is possible to resolve them if you...