divorce

When we decide to get married, the idea is forever. We are raised with the notion that marriage is the biggest decision a person makes, and once they make it, they live happily ever after unless something goes terribly, terribly wrong. For many people, this is true! Marriage — and love in general — is…

Every relationship — and subsequently, every divorce — is different. We all have unique life experiences and the bonds we form with those around us can be the most unique of all. For some people, divorcing is a grief-stricken, painful process of separation as a final resort, and they couldn’t even consider starting a new…

Divorce can have significant financial implications, particularly for women, who often face the challenge of rebuilding their retirement savings. Many divorced Americans find themselves lacking sufficient funds to retire comfortably, leading to concerns about their financial future. Individuals who have gone through divorce have to navigate retirement planning amidst the aftermath of marital separation, and…

Collaborative divorce can be a valuable option for individuals seeking privacy during the divorce process. Unlike traditional litigated divorces that take place in a public courtroom, collaborative divorce is a private and confidential process. It offers a respectful and cooperative approach to resolving issues, allowing couples to maintain control over the proceedings and keep sensitive…

Long-time Hollywood star, Kevin Costner, is in hot water with his soon to be ex-wife. The two are calling it quits, and it is rumored that it is due to Costner’s refusal to change his work schedule in order to spend time with his wife and children. Recent claims suggest that Christine Baumgartner wanted Costner…

Deciding to end a marriage can be physically and emotionally draining. As a result, couples are turning to collaborative divorce, as it is a great option for those who would rather not deal with stress or drama in their lives. When compared to the traditional divorce process, collaborative divorces encourage ex-spouses to work together to…

Traditionally, couples who marry make their vows in front of friends and family alike. Those vows typically include some version of promising to stand by one another in good times and challenging times. And while there are few family events more challenging than long-term or terminal illnesses, it appears that not everyone takes the “in…

Big changes are coming to Maryland when it comes to divorce. The new legislation will not only end limited divorce, but also change our residency requirements and grounds for filing a divorce. Governor Wes Moore is expected to sign the bill into law, which will go into effect on October 1, 2023. We want to…

If you’re a fan of country music, you may be following the (messy) post-divorce story of Kelsea Ballerini and Morgan Evans. They’re a clear example of why we tell our clients they should NEVER air their dirty laundry online, even when you have an outlet to share your side with the world. One of the…

A divorce is never an easy situation, especially when you have children. Parents can be fiercely protective of their children, and even the most mild-mannered individuals can turn into cornered bears if they believe their children are hurting. How folks strike out at one another can differ. Take the ongoing drama of Jason Sudeikis and…

Divorce is tough. When you live with a high-conflict person, it can be even tougher. The challenges you faced during your marriage can spill into the divorce process; in many cases, those challenges are what instigated the divorce in the first place. Even if the decision to divorce was mutual, you can still find yourself…

The divorce process is already time-consuming. You don’t want it to take up most of your finances as well. The decisions that you make during your divorce will impact your financial security for years to come. That’s why you want to avoid as many financial mistakes as possible. Here are five financial mistakes that you…

Divorcing your spouse when the two of you are sober is already a difficult process. When one spouse is suffering with an addiction, it can turn the divorce process upside down. A spouse suffering from an addiction can make marital life so turbulent. Their actions can bring instability to the household. One couple is publicly…

The divorce process can take an emotional toll on the entire family. Depending on the age of your children, they may not know how to communicate their feelings in a healthy manner, which can make the process even more difficult. Fortunately, there is a revolutionary court process that can make the process easier for children…

What if you discovered that your spouse was related to you? Even worse, what if you discovered this after years of being married to them? There was a recent viral video where a couple revealed that they discovered that they were siblings. While explaining their relationship, they shared that they had been together for 13…

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s long and drawn-out divorce has finally come to an end as of late November. Although Kardashian filed for divorce back in 2021, West’s refusal to cooperate had stalled negotiations until the couple reached a settlement through their respective attorneys. Now, it appears all matters regarding the divorce are settled and…

After she initially filed back in February of 2021, Kim Kardashian and Kanye West have reached a divorce settlement, reports the media. This puts a cap on a tumultuous few years for the ex-spouses, who have seen their fortunes rise and fall, their dating lives examined, and experienced multiple controversies. After all is said and…

Celebrities are often known for their over-the-top weddings, but perhaps they are more well known for their disastrous, messy divorces. More often than not, it is the end of their relationships that gains more notoriety than the beginning or middle, when things might have appeared more happy and healthy for them. Just in 2022, we’ve…

Celebrities have often glorified the idea of marriage by flaunting their “love-filled” relationships on social media and by throwing large, extravagant weddings. With the rising use of social media, like Instagram and TikTok, it seems like celebrities and influencers are somewhat unintentionally pushing this skewed perception of love and marriage onto average people. So when…

It happens more often than you may think: a couple files for divorce thinking there is no way they will ever be able to put their differences aside. Then after the whole divorce process is started, either one or both of them come to terms with the fact that they do not actually want this.…