Talking about finances does not mean spouses cannot divvy up tasks, it means transforming an often feared and avoided topic of conversation into just another conversation, as a way of saying “I love you.”
Divorce Articles by Family Lawyers and Divorce Professionals
How to Know When It’s Time to Switch Attorneys
It is not uncommon for people to change counsel during their divorce process. Finding a new attorney is possible and can be a positive development in your case if you understand what did not work with your prior counsel.
9 Ways to Meet Your Children’s Needs During the Holidays
Understanding that this first holiday season after your divorce will be different while providing your children with compassion and coping strategies will not only help them through this holiday time but also long after the holidays pass.
7-Step PROTECT System to Shield Your Children from Divorce-Related Emotional Damage
Divorce is a time of intense change, upheaval, and uncertainty. Your ability to grieve the loss of how things were and embrace this new reality, and get your children to do the same, will play a significant role in helping you all to move forward.
Marital Debt: What Your Divorce Attorney Won’t Tell You
If your name is on a car loan or home mortgage you will continue to be held responsible post-divorce for those debts regardless of who the court orders to pay the debt.
Podcast: Maria Cognetti, John Gilligan, and Nissa Ricafort discusses High Asset Divorce
Dan Couvrette, the publisher of DivorceMag.com, hosted a roundtable discussion on High Asset Divorce with: Nissa Ricafort, family lawyer in Indianapolis, IN (www.bkrfamilylaw.com) | Maria Cognetti, family lawyer in Camp Hill, PA (www.cognettilaw.com) | John Gilligan, family lawyer in Long Beach and Palos Verdes, CA (www.gftlawyers.com)
WATCH: Maria Cognetti, John Gilligan, & Nissa Ricafort Discuss High Asset Divorce
This roundtable with three very experienced, accomplished family law attorneys is intended to give you an overview of the special issues of high asset divorce.
Domestic Violence: The Pre-Abuse Phase
Even with external appearances seeming normal at times, domestic abuse relationships have a unique feel, even before there is any incident of indisputable abuse. Learn more below.
The Impact of Divorce or Separation on Getting a Mortgage
When you are looking for a mortgage, if you indicate that you are separated or divorced, many lenders will require a formal separation agreement to move ahead with your mortgage application.
Choosing the Right Home for Child Custody After Divorce
If you and your partner have decided to divorce each other and now you live separately, the biggest issue you might face is how to deal with child custody after divorce and protect your children from the effects of the separation. No matter what the problem was with your relationship, it’s clear that you both […]
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