If you’re entering the divorce process, you need a team on
\nyour side \u2013 whether you’re filing for the divorce, or
\nyour spouse has filed against you. Having strong advocates and
\nadvisors with you each step of the way can help you get the
\ninformation and advice necessary to make your divorce progress as
\nsmoothly as possible. When you’re building out your team,
\ndon’t forget the following people:<\/p>\n
1. AN EXPERIENCED FAMILY LAW ATTORNEY<\/h3>\n
One of the first people you need to contact when you’re
\ngoing through a divorce is an attorney. Your first call to an
\nattorney will generally be to set up a consultation, where you can
\ntell your story, ask questions in a non-judgmental and safe
\nsetting, and learn about the divorce process. Some consultations
\ncan even be completed over the phone.<\/p>\n
Your attorney can help you connect with many of the other
Every decision made during a divorce will have an impact, all of
After you are set up with a family law attorney, they will start
You may already have a financial advisor that works with you,
You may have investments, loans, and assets that you will need
The degree to which mental health experts are involved in a
A mental health professional’s services also can be helpful
Last, but not least, you may have a circle of friends, family,
Divorce can be highly overwhelming and complex. You need an
The content of this article is intended to provide a general
\nexperts on this list \u2013 such as financial and mental health
\nexperts. However, when you’re picking an attorney, you really
\nneed to be picky<\/em>. You want to make sure that your family
\nlaw attorney has experience handling cases with similar needs. For
\nexample, if you’re going through a high-net-worth divorce, find
\nan attorney with experience handling cases involving complex
\nfinancial situations. If you have children, find an attorney with a
\nstrong success rate in child custody cases.<\/p>\n
\nwhich your family law attorney can walk you through to make sure
\nthat your decision-making is as informed as possible. To read more
\nabout how Brown, Goldstein & Levy practices family law, click
\nhere<\/a>.<\/p>\n2. YOUR BANK AND INVESTMENT COMPANIES<\/h3>\n
\nto walk you through the financial aspects of a divorce. Your
\nattorney may recommend for you to contact your bank and request
\nthat joint account(s) with your spouse be frozen, especially if you
\nsuspect your ex-spouse may withdraw funds or even empty the bank
\naccount. Sometimes, an ex-spouse may partake in excessive spending
\njust prior to or once they are involved in a divorce. You will need
\nto explain to the bank that you are getting a divorce and would
\nlike your joint credit card account(s) to be closed or frozen until
\nfurther notice. In the case of joint bank or investment accounts,
\nyou can request for the account to be frozen until both parties
\nauthorize a withdrawal. To preserve your credibility, it is a good
\nidea to inform your ex-spouse of the frozen accounts to avoid any
\nsurprises.<\/p>\n3. A FINANCIAL ADVISOR<\/h3>\n
\nand also with your ex-spouse during the marriage. The major changes
\nbrought on by a divorce may change how you plan your finances for
\nthe short- and long-term future. If you do not have a financial
\nadvisor, your attorney may suggest that you contact a Certified
\nDivorce Financial Analyst, who will have specialized experience in
\nworking alongside attorneys at all steps of a divorce.<\/p>\n
\nto budget for during your separation and after your divorce. During
\na divorce, your financial advisor will give you advice on the
\nfinancial consequences of decisions surrounding the splitting of
\nassets, and additional costs such as alimony and child support. A
\nfinancial advisor will make sure that you plan not just for the
\npresent, but also for the future once your separation is complete.
\nFinancial planning is also essential to adjusting to your new
\nlifestyle once the divorce is finalized.<\/p>\n4. MENTAL HEALTH EXPERTS<\/h3>\n
\ndivorce depends greatly on the circumstances of the separation and
\nthe individuals involved. However, mental health professionals are
\nfound in divorces of all kinds, from collaborative to high-conflict
\ndivorces. Sometimes, attorneys may bring in mental health experts
\nto increase their ability to assist you to the highest possible
\ndegree.<\/p>\n
\nfor children of divorce. A family therapist can help your children
\nadjust to their new lifestyle and to accept their parents’
\ndivorce, especially if the separation is high conflict. A family
\ntherapist can help your children adjust to the custody schedule,
\nthe stressors of the divorce process, their feelings about the
\ndivorce and receive helpful advice on navigating their post-divorce
\nlifestyle.<\/p>\n5. FRIENDS, FAMILY, OR SUPPORT GROUPS<\/h3>\n
\nor trusted co-workers that can help you move forward from your
\ndivorce. Your support system could be your safe space to vent your
\nfeelings, be a shoulder for you to cry on, and can help you stay
\npositive during the hardships of a divorce. If they are willing,
\nyour friends and family could also help with certain after-effects
\nof a divorce, such as assisting with childcare, helping you move,
\nand spending time with you to remind you that you are not alone.
\nYou may choose instead to work through your divorce with people who
\nare going through one themselves. A divorce support group near you
\ncan give you healing and strategies to move on from your divorce in
\nthe best way that works for you.<\/p>\n
\nexperienced family law attorney who will ensure your voice is heard
\nthroughout the divorce process. Dana McKee<\/a> is an award-winning family law<\/a> attorney who has assisted many
\nclients through painful divorces<\/a> and bitter custody<\/a> battles. She believes that her role is
\nnot only as her client’s advocate and legal counselor, but part
\nof her client’s support system; a person who her clients can
\ntrust for honest and sound advice.<\/p>\n
\nguide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought
\nabout your specific circumstances.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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