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Mediation for Grey Divorce: Tailoring Solutions for Older Adults

Mediation for Grey Divorce: Tailoring Solutions for Older Adults

Divorce is a challenging and emotionally charged process, regardless of your age. But, when older adults divorce, also known as “grey divorce,” the stakes can be higher than they are for younger couples.  Recently, there has been an increase in divorces among couples who are 50 years and older. Navigating the complexities of separation and…

How Does Cheating Influence Divorce Outcomes?

How Does Cheating Influence Divorce Outcomes?

Divorce is a complicated and emotionally challenging process. There are many factors that influence the divorce process in a variety of ways. Although there are many different reasons for choosing to divorce, one common factor that is present in many divorce cases is cheating. Infidelity certainly impacts divorce proceedings in many ways but every state…

How Are Retirement Accounts Handled in Divorce?

How Are Retirement Accounts Handled in Divorce?

There are many challenging aspects of divorce but one that can be difficult to comprehend and prepare for is the various financial implications of divorce. Dividing assets is complicated and emotional, but it must be done. Beyond things like physical assets and bank accounts, there are trickier things like retirement accounts that must be addressed….

Understanding How Spousal Maintenance Amounts Are Determined

Understanding How Spousal Maintenance Amounts Are Determined

Once you and your spouse have decided to divorce, there are many decisions to be made. Even the most amicable divorces tend to get a little tense around the issue of spousal maintenance, also known as alimony. Every state has rules about determining ongoing financial support but that doesn’t mean there is a simple formula….

Should You Legally Separate Before Divorce?

Should You Legally Separate Before Divorce?

When you have been considering ending your marriage, there may be various reasons holding you back from actually filing for divorce. Divorce is a long, draining, and costly undertaking but if you need to legally define upper relationship and/or family responsibilities, financial obligations, etc. in the interim – for however long that might be –…