Divorces are intensely personal matters, and in many cases, the bitterness lingers long past the date when the marriage is legally terminated. However, regardless of what led to the breakup or what type of anger exists between the parties, it’s important to remember that a divorce order carries the same weight as any other court directive. Violating a court order…
Families have a wide range of reasons for hiring a nanny. Frequently, the extra help is needed because both parents work outside the home. Whether a family has an existing nanny, or parents require childcare assistance due to the new living arrangements, divorce can make keeping or hiring a nanny very complicated. During the process of negotiating custody and visitation…
Co-parenting after a divorce, or the breakup of a nonmarital relationship, can be challenging, particularly when emotions are still raw. Everyone suffers when parents cannot communicate or cooperate on important matters relating to their children. Though it might seem strange at first, many people have found that adopting a business-like approach has benefited their co-parenting relationship. It’s easy for people…
The legal divorce process exists to dissolve marriages and set forth terms addressing parental and financial arrangements. Hopefully, by the time the union is dissolved, you and your ex have reached some sort of understanding on what your personal relationship will be going forward. You might remain good friends or peacefully agree to cut off non-essential contact. However, divorce also…
Though divorce affects every ethnic and socioeconomic group in the United States, there are certain factors that make it more likely that a marriage will end. Some states have much higher divorce rates than others. On the other hand, spouses with higher levels of education are more likely to stay together. Research also shows that some jobs are associated with…
Much of the talk during the Super Bowl and the Eras Tour has centered around the romantic relationship between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Naturally, there has been rampant speculation as to when the ultra-famous couple might get engaged. Before the NFL season? After the world tour ends in December? Now, a report says that these two wealthy, famous people…
As a new school year begins, many families are grappling with their children’s demanding sports schedules. For divorced co-parents, this can be particularly stressful. Balancing practices, games and tournaments requires careful planning, communication and cooperation when you’re already subject to the terms of a court-ordered parenting plan. Athletics should be an enjoyable endeavor for young people as well as their…
Election years are marked by arguments between supporters of different candidates and causes. Whether it’s a presidential debate or a conversation between people on adjoining barstools, discussions can sometimes become heated and relationships might suffer. However, according to some divorce attorneys, more marriages are ending these days at least in part due to conflicts over politics. Political principles can be…
The decision to end a marriage is a complex one, influenced by a multitude of factors. Each relationship is unique, and while infidelity or conflicts over money might be what gets someone to file for divorce, recent research suggests that we can look at other factors to assess if a couple is more likely to go their separate ways at…
In New York, the division of assets during a divorce can become particularly complex when one or both parties hold professional degrees. Professional degrees, such as those in law, medicine or business, represent significant investments of time, money, and effort. Unlike tangible assets, the value of a professional degree isn’t always straightforward to assess or divide. New York is an…