After a divorce, you and your ex-spouse will receive a custody order from the court. This order lays out your rights and obligations when it comes to the custody of your child. Both you and your spouse must follow these rules to ensure a positive child-rearing...

Going through a divorce is cause for high levels of stress. You have a lot on your plate, especially as a parent who also needs to focus on matters like custody disputes, visitation schedules, child support payments and more. While it may take time to decide what...

Divorce is difficult, particularly if you have children. If you are trying to figure out ways to make your divorce easier on your kids, you are not alone. Millions of Americans are experimenting with a variety of different living situations to help their children...

One of the most emotional parts of getting divorced is the process of negotiating child custody. Even though you may feel strongly about your decision to leave your partner, sharing children can create the need for an ongoing relationship. You know what you want your...

Finances are an issue for many people leaving their marriages, and the wording of a premarital agreement may be what causes the financial problems, indicating that one spouse has no right to the business interest and income of the other. However, most divorce courts...

When going through divorce, it is important to cooperate with your co-parent for many reasons. But above all, what you want is for your child to get out of this situation with as little trauma as possible. Can cooperation help with that? Exactly how does cooperation...

Getting divorced can affect a great deal including your personal relationships, your financial stability and your career. Because your job plays a vital role in your ability to build a new future for yourself, you have to maintain focus at work.  Understanding how to...

Telling people about your divorce can leave you feeling uncomfortable and vulnerable. However, in some circumstances, you may need to share some information about your split.  Knowing how to share the news of your divorce without oversharing can help you prevent the...

As much as you love your children, you may feel that being a parent could complicate your divorce. Working out custody can be challenging, especially if you and your spouse have different ideas of what an ideal arrangement looks like. If you two are having difficulty...

Property division may be among the most difficult tasks you face during your divorce. Marital property includes all assets and property you accumulated during the marriage.  In addition to the family home, vehicles, furniture and bank account contents, marital...