Many couples don't draw up a prenuptial agreement before they get married because they're going into the marriage on more-or-less equal financial footing. A lot can change as the marriage goes on. however. That's why couples sometimes believe it's a good idea to get a...
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Month: July 2020
Dual citizenship has an impact on divorces
It's no secret that access to the outer reaches of the world is greater than ever. With the invention of the Internet as well as the speed at which people can communicate and travel, more people are traveling the globe than ever before. People are meeting others in...
What are your options in a 60-40 custody split?
If you and your co-parent are planning to share physical custody of your children equally, you may be talking about a 50-50 split. However, 60-40 splits have become popular.Some parents may balk at the idea of having their children less than their co-parent. It's...
Partners and family members need to respect your parenting plan
As you and your soon-to-be-ex work out your custody agreement and parenting plan, it's essential to agree that other adults in your life, both now and in the future, will respect them. That includes new partners as well as grandparents and other family members.This...
Being denied custody doesn’t mean you can’t get visitation rights
If a court has granted your co-parent sole custody of your child, that doesn't necessarily mean that you can't remain part of their lives. Unless a parent is denied custody because they could pose a threat to their child's well-being, courts often allow generous...
Is your soon-to-be-ex ‘dissipating’ your marital assets?
Once you know that divorce is in your future, it's essential to keep a close eye on the marital assets that you will be splitting with your spouse. People can (and unfortunately sometimes do) engage in what's called the "dissipation of assets." It occurs when a spouse...