Archive for February, 2008

Preparing for Divorce: The First Steps

Thursday, February 28th, 2008

Divorce can be difficult, but you don’t need to be unprepared.  Being prepared can help you handle the emotions, understand the legal process, and get through the divorce as stress-free as possible.Â
Below are some steps to take towards a “nice” divorce: 

Find a Support Network. Divorce can be a very challenging and emotional time. Be good [...]

Money & Divorce

Thursday, February 21st, 2008

Figuring out the finances is one of the most important aspects in a divorce.  Not only do you need to figure out how to divide the property (including pensions and retirement accounts) and figure out the cash flow (child support and spousal maintenance), you also need to consider tax implications.  MSN’s article Divorcing? 15 Costly Mistakes has [...]

Understanding Legal Fees

Wednesday, February 13th, 2008

One of the most important things to understand when working with a lawyer (and one of the major deterrents in hiring a lawyer) is legal fees. Before hiring a lawyer it is important to understand the fee structure that is used, how much money is required upfront (also known as the retainer), what is covered [...]