Divorcing couples often approach the process with feelings of resentment and betrayal. When conflicting with personal desires or regret, emotions can increase conflict. Regardless of how long you were married or how close you believe you once were, it’s likely that...
Divorce disputes need not dictate your individual economic forecast
Most divorcing couples experience contention as they divide their marital assets. Questions about who gets the family home and ongoing financial support often contribute to multiple heated conversations. Protecting your interests is a significant factor in this...
What should I consider before naming a guardian for my children?
Naming a guardian is a significant decision in estate planning. Anyone who agrees to step into this role accepts tremendous responsibility, whether the individuals in need of care are minors or have special needs. Certainly, designating a trusted friend or family...
Children may fear abandonment, despite loving parents
As a divorcing parent, you continue to want the best for your children. You support them as best you can, despite the upheaval that will inevitably affect their lives. However, among disagreements about child custody and property division, pent-up anger between you...
Who gets the house in the divorce?
You may love your home. Perhaps, you had it built with your dream kitchen or an unbelievable home movie room. Or it’s in a great neighborhood, with a wonderful school your kids attend nearby. Now, you are facing divorce and want to keep your home. Will you be able to...
Does engagement location determine marital longevity?
Before young couples get married, their friends and family often express concerns. Where they got engaged, however, doesn’t typically factor into conversations about the future. Supposedly there’s a correlation between honeymoon destination and long-term marital...
Vaccinations and child custody disputes
For most divorcing parents, child custody is a significant point of contention. Psychologists tend to agree that maintaining relationships with both parents is typically best for children. However, disagreements about medical treatments may escalate concerns about a...
Marital property need not be purchased to have value
Property division is often a contentious part of divorce. Continuing vehicle ownership is a necessity for most individuals. Meanwhile, decisions about real property, artwork and jewelry can conflict with emotional ties, stress about future finances or a potential...
Are you ready to serve as an executor?
When someone asks you to serve as the executor of the estate, you may feel honored by the request and immediately say yes. However, this position comes with more responsibilities than you may realize. Before you agree to serve in this capacity, you should understand...
Is a relative your best choice for an executor?
After spending so many years of your life building up your estate, you want to protect it for your beneficiaries. You can accomplish this by having a solid estate plan. But you must build your estate plan up from a reliable and stable foundation. To do so, you need to...
