Although you may not notice it at first, your children can pick up on your stress and worry during a conflict-heavy divorce and the child custody battle that follows. Being able to soothe their fears can help them deal healthily with the changes in their lives. Notice...
High school graduation season is a busy time for parents and children alike. You may be organizing a graduation party to celebrate your child’s accomplishment. You might be helping your child prepare for college or getting them ready to move out on their own. One...
An accusation of domestic abuse can greatly impact you during divorce proceedings. When an estranged spouse flings accusations your way, you may have a difficult time making headway in your divorce, not to mention the ramifcations the allegation can have on your...
If you are getting divorced, you need to make arrangements for any debts that you and your ex-spouse incurred during your marriage. The determination of who is responsible for specific obligations is usually made in a property settlement agreement. Different options...
According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), there are approximately 7.5 million second properties throughout the country. The NAHB also found that half of these homes are in one of nine states: Florida, California, New York, Texas, Michigan, North...
If you are a military member facing divorce, you may worry that you will have no chance of gaining custody because of the demands of your service. While it is true that your deployment or potential deployment may factor into the court’s custody decisions, a family law...
If you and your spouse decide to end your marriage, you must go through the process of dividing your assets and interests and starting separate lives. For civilians, the divorce process can have complications, but if you are in the military, there are additional...
Military service members make many personal sacrifices in serving their country. Their family lives are among the areas that are, sometimes, the most challenging. The stress from their jobs, the sometimes distance and time away from their families lead to many such...
When dealing with a high level of conflict in your divorce, it can take a toll on your mental, emotional and physical state. You may feel anxious, stressed, exhausted and overwhelmed. A high-conflict divorce also affects your ability to make objective decisions when...
After a divorce, many couples find themselves facing conflict regarding child custody and parenting time arrangements. Often, one of the ex-spouses feels as though he or she deserves a greater amount of time with the children. However, if you would like your fair...