High-asset divorces often involve complex financial portfolios, multiple income streams and valuable property. Unfortunately, that also creates more opportunities for one spouse to try to hide assets to reduce what the other receives during the property division...
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2 ways couples can minimize arguments during divorce
Divorce can be an emotionally draining experience, even for couples who agree that divorce is the best way forward. The end of a relationship brings about a flood of feelings, from sadness to anger — and sometimes resentment. While these emotions are natural, they...
Does the spouse who earned the pension keep it in the divorce?
Property division is a difficult challenge to overcome during a divorce. Many spouses find themselves disagreeing about what is fair or appropriate. They may even disagree about what assets are subject to division. If they can’t reach their own settlement, then they...
Common types of trust issues between spouses
Trust is arguably the most important part of a relationship. When it breaks down, this can put a marriage in real trouble. While trust can be rebuilt, this is difficult when there are ongoing issues. Outlined below are some of the most common trust issues that spouses...
What are your options for the marital home in property division?
Property division is often one of the most challenging steps for people who are going through a divorce. This involves splitting up all the assets that they amassed together. They also have to tackle the debts. The marital home is often one of the largest assets...
Why is calm communication important during divorce?
Many people will agree that the end of a marriage is a big event that comes with some intense emotions. Those emotions often make people who are going through this situation have very strong reactions when things don't go as they expected. While it may seem difficult,...
Can a judge deny alimony?
In some cases of a contested divorce, one spouse may request alimony, but the other spouse may not want to make payments. This would require the court to consider the case and make a ruling, either denying or authorizing those alimony payments. In other cases,...
Divorce rates will spike next month
Each January, divorce rates tend to increase. More people file for divorce after the new year. The exact number varies from year to year, of course, especially as the overall divorce rate tends to decline across the decades. However, there is generally a notable...
Why do spouses argue about money?
Even the happiest couples fall out from time to time. However, differences can usually be resolved and the couple is stronger for that. Nonetheless, some disagreements cause more damage than others. One common source of disputes between spouses is money. Why do...
Can your spouse ignore the divorce petition?
You know that your spouse does not want to get a divorce. Every time the two of you have talked about it, they have told you that they won’t do it. Maybe they have even told you they will not cooperate or go along with the process if you start the divorce proceedings....
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