An important consideration in divorce is how to handle life insurance policies. An article containing some great pointers on this issue can be found here. Among the tips noted in the article: Check and adjust beneficiary designations of all relevant …
In today's society people often use the term "kids" to refer to their pets be they dogs, cats, hamsters or pot belly pigs. Traditionally pets have been considered property in divorce proceedings and the courts have used property division priciples …
Have you and your spouse been fighting? Have certain issues been a bone of contention during your marriage? Not sure you want a divorce but something's got to give? Tried counseling but it didn't work? Why not try marital mediation …
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A very insightful article on divorce can be found here. The author relates her own divorce experiences from breaking up to finding the right lawyer to co-parenting their children. On handling the divorce itself the author notes: "Then, how do …
An interesting article presenting different views from and about children of divorce can be found here. One book, The Bright Side: Surviving Your Parents' Divorce, mentioned in the article is written by 22 year old Max Sindell. The book contains …
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One reason parents with minor children should seriously consider mediation over litigation is highlighted in an article which can be found here. In the case discussed in the article the Judge awarded custody of the parties' 5-year old daughter to …
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A great article by The Mediation Council of Western Pennsylvania about why you should consider mediation can be found here. The major points of the article are: • Mediation is private and confidential. • Mediation is likely to save time. …
Alright, we all know that divorce isn't a dream, but it doesn't have to be excruciating or adversarial. A great article on how couples are finding their own ways to deal with divorce can be found here. In her book, …
Children's perspective on divorce is often rarely addressed, especially in the media. A two-part series on Children of Divorce which focuses on one family's journey can be found here Part 1 & Part 2. The article quotes Marriage and family …
An excellent article on effective co-parenting can be found here. The article features several families that have been able to see beyond their differences and the past to focus on the future and their children's well-being. Learning to do this …
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