After realizing that your marriage declined to the point of no return, you decide that you want to divorce your spouse. At this point, you might feel like getting the news of your divorce off your chest and immediately telling your spouse and loved ones. Before...
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3 reasons for having a divorce party
When you first decided to move on in life without your spouse, you may have only told your immediate family and a few close friends. Even if you felt confident that you were making a decision that is best for you and for your kids, you may have felt uneasy -- at...
How to tell your parents about your divorce
Informing your children that you and your spouse have plans to divorce requires compassion and tact. However, you must also carefully consider how you will break the news to your parents. These are some tips to help you have the conversation without adding to the...
Would you agree to these divorce conditions?
If you’ve decided to part ways and move on in life without your spouse, you must resolve certain issues in order to forge a settlement, especially if you have children. If you and your ex get along well, you might be able to get together to talk things over and come...
3 ways to stay sane while navigating a divorce
When you make a tough decision in life, it’s possible to feel confident about it but also a bit worried about the stress or disruption it might cause. For instance, if you decide to quit your job, it might be difficult to make ends meet if you don’t secure new...
Unusual reasons for divorce are more common than you might think
The details of your marital problems are nobody’s business but your own. If you and your spouse want to discuss your relationship with someone, that’s your choice. In New York, if you have determined that there are irresolvable problems in your marriage, you can file...
3 reasons you might want to sign a pooch prenup
When you marry the love of your life, you’re likely not walking down the aisle (or standing in a New York courthouse) thinking about divorce. In fact, like most newlyweds, you no doubt expect your relationship to last a lifetime. Perhaps you have a dog that was...
Don’t forget these assets as you prepare for divorce
When you made the decision to file a petition in a New York court, you no doubt understood that it would spark disruption in your life, especially concerning your children. Perhaps you’re one of many spouses throughout the state who ultimately determined that you’d...
Can I keep the family home in my divorce?
A house is often so much more than just four walls and a roof. For many New York families, it is a place to make happy memories and create stability for the future. This is why some women -- especially mothers -- are eager to keep the family home during a divorce. ...
Some people finalize divorce with a party
When you decided that you’d rather move on in life without your spouse rather than stay in an unhappy marriage, the decision may have prompted a series of events. If you have children, you no doubt gathered them together and informed them that you were filing for...