Posted by The Peck Law Firm Divorce Lawyers | Divorce for Women
Fear should never be the reason you stay. The following includes very realistic fears that keep some women in bad marriages. A skilled attorney can help you understand what to expect and how to mitigate these throughout each step of the process. Divorce Will Hurt the Kids If your first thought is about how the …
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Posted by The Peck Law Firm Divorce Lawyers | Divorce
Your children will want to know how your divorce will affect their living situation. It is important to anticipate their questions and to have answers prepared. The following are some questions you might expect to get from your kids. Am I Going to Have to Move? Your kids are going to want to know if …
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Posted by The Peck Law Firm Divorce Lawyers | Child Custody
Kids are going to have a lot of questions about parenting time after a divorce and how the schedule will affect them. You can answer their questions by planning ahead. The following are examples of questions you should be prepared to discuss with your child. What is a Parenting Time Schedule? You can explain to …
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Gray divorce has become increasingly common, and more people in their 60s are filing for divorce. When you get divorced in your 60s, there are certain issues that you need to consider. Telling Adult Kids About the Divorce Most people getting divorced assume that the complications of informing their children end once their kids are …
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Social media is not your friend during a divorce. Should I Keep Facebook During a Divorce? Social Media is Not the Place to Find Support You will need a lot of support during the divorce process. You may think that talking to your friends and followers on social media is a good way to get …
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Prenups are not romance killers. Why Should I Get a Prenuptial Agreement? It is Best to Plan while Happy No one gets married thinking they will get a divorce. Creating a prenuptial agreement is not planning to get divorced, but it is a plan that can help you prepare for the unthinkable. Determining what each …
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Divorce really is hardest on the kids. Sit Down with Your Spouse First It is always best if you and your spouse can sit down with the kids together. This will present a united front and show them that you made the decision to divorce together. It is not just about one person leaving the …
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Posted by Ken Peck | Divorce
A popular, old adage says that if your marriage lasts five years, you don’t have to worry about divorce. Like many people, you may be surprised to hear that friends or family members are divorcing after decades of marriage. Unfortunately, no marriage—regardless of how long it has lasted—is immune from the risk of divorce. Some …
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Posted by Ken Peck | Divorce Laws
When married, it is nearly always financially advantageous to file a joint tax return. However, what was once a benefit can become a disaster if you divorce and are later audited. When you and your spouse file jointly, each of you becomes individually liable for the full amount of any taxes due, including interest and …
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Posted by Ken Peck | Divorce
When you got married, you and your spouse promised to love and support each other for the rest of your lives, for better or worse, for richer or poorer, and in sickness and health. Unfortunately, however, you might now be finding that your spouse isn’t holding true to his vows. A recent article in WebMD …
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