DadsDivorce Live: Avoiding The Blame Game

Remaining amicable through a divorce is extremely difficult. The process tends to bring out the worst in people. With so many important issues to sort through – child support and custody, alimony, division of assets,etc. – it’s easy to lose control of your emotions. 

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3 Realities About Prenuptial Agreements

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The divorce of New York real estate mogul Harry Macklowe and his wife, Linda, is about to get nasty. After 57 years of marriage, the billionaire announced he is moving in with his girlfriend of at least two years. The problem for Harry is that he does not have a …

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Understanding Procedural Rules As A Pro-Se Litigant

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Question: I am representing myself in my divorce pro se and I feel as though the courts are treating me differently because I’m not an attorney. For example, the court recently granted my wife’s attorney a three-day extra continuance regarding evidence and I was never notified by either the court …

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Why Are So Many Happy Couples Divorcing?

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Common sense suggests that most divorces are years in the making. You picture a couple that marries young and happy then gradually drifts apart. Months and years of arguments ensue. Suddenly, they wake up one day and come to the realization that they’re miserable, their marriage is broken, and the …

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Budgeting Money Before, During & After Divorce

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A divorce can destroy an individual’s finances for years to come. The average cost of a divorce ranges anywhere from $4,000 to $15,000 or more. On top of that, it’s likely you’ll be left paying child support or spousal support, which can rapidly drain your savings. With so much at …

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