You might have been married for 30 years or so, but that does not mean a divorce is out of the question. These days more couples are getting divorced in their 50s than any other age group. A report from the U.S Census Department in 2021 indicates that 34.9% of couples...
Most people don’t think that they’re ever going to have to go through a divorce. They believe that they will resolve their issues with their spouse and stay married despite bad times. Unfortunately, that’s not always how things work out. If your spouse has decided to...
Even if you have a prenuptial agreement, do not assume that it is valid. You may end up facing divorce and learn that your prenup isn't going to hold up, and that means you're not going to get the protections that you assumed it would offer you. It can be helpful to...
Children who are learning to live between two homes after their parents divorce may have trouble adjusting to the new way of life. The parent who moves out of the home that the children have been living in might soon realize that they need to help the children feel...
Once you decide to divorce, you have a lot to work out. If you let the pressure get to you, you could make mistakes you will regret. Divorce can be frustrating, especially if your spouse is telling lies about you. Yet, you need to control your reactions. If your...
If your spouse files for divorce without warning you first, it will leave you at a disadvantage. You may be so shocked that you spend the next few months in a haze. Meanwhile, your spouse is busy working out how to get a favorable deal. Understanding the early...
The divorce process can be stressful, particularly when it comes to the division of assets, property and debt obligations. The manner in which debts are allocated after divorce can have a significant impact on a person for many years. The state of Florida adopts the...
It only took you a few seconds to officially get married. You just had to sign the paperwork. If you want to consider the entire wedding, the longest it took is a day. Now that you’re thinking about divorce, though, you’re worried. You’ve heard that it can take a...
Before they got married, many couples in the Sarasota area drafted a prenuptial agreement. A prenup is a way of protecting your financial future in case of a possible divorce in the future. They can be especially important for people who are getting married for a...
For many divorcing couples facing property division, the marital home represents the largest single asset. However, if you and your spouse are co-owners in a family business, the focal point shifts. What will become of this important asset as the result of your...
