Women going through a divorce are under an extreme amount of pressure and stress. Emotions, which can include anger, sadness, fear and resentment can run high, and worrying about the kids can feel like a full time job! Because women are so preoccupied with all of these stressful factors, they might make money mistakes during …
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Who Gets the Dog in a Divorce?
One of the most heartbreaking parts of ending a marriage that people do not talk about enough is this: Who gets the dog in a divorce? As a dog and pet custody mediator, I speak to people every week who are terrified of losing their dog during divorce. For many people, their dog is not …
5 signs you are heading towards divorce and don’t know it
In any relationship, effort and mutual understanding form the basis of affection. Sometimes, a relationship may feel strained, and it is important to attend to it right away without waiting for it to become worse. “If you have any or all of these signs going on in your marriage, you don’t have to get divorced. …
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5 Myths about Keeping the House in Divorce
“I just want to keep the house” is one of the most common things people say during divorce. And honestly, keeping the house in divorce makes perfect sense. Your home represents stability at a time when everything feels uncertain. It’s where your kids feel safe. It’s where memories live. The thought of uprooting your family …
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Depression and Divorce: Which Came First?
There are so many reasons people get divorced, but they all boil down to the same concept: one or both are unhappy in the marriage. And, unhappiness can lead to depression. In this article, I want to address depression and divorce, as it is often hard to know which came first. In other words, is …
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Ex-spouses tried birdnesting divorce — how it can help your kids
Parenting By Andrew Court Published Dec. 26, 2023, 3:07 p.m. ET It’s divorce, done differently. An unusual trend has emerged among separating parents eager to protect their offspring from the devastating effects of divorce. After many splits, the family home is sold, leading to upheaval for children forced to shuttle between two new places. …
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Court blocks bankruptcy petition service on Qatari businessman
Judge rules creditor could not use alternative service within England to bypass rules on serving a debtor abroad. The High Court has delivered a very expensive reminder that bankruptcy proceedings are subject to the same fundamental jurisdictional principles as other civil claims, setting aside an order that allowed a Dubai bank to serve a £16.3 …
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Mediation vs Arbitration:What is the difference?
Divorce After 50, A.K.A Gray Divorce
Divorce after 50 was once relatively uncommon. Today, divorce after 50, also known as Gray Divorce, is one of the fastest-growing trends in family law. I have worked with so many individuals and couples facing divorce after 50, and while every situation is unique, certain themes consistently emerge. People are living longer, thinking differently about …