Cultural Tradition and the Divorcing Woman: 5 Must-Knows
Divorce can be an isolating experience, especially when cultural tradition and the divorcing woman are at odds. When I informed my family of my divorce back in India, I remember feeling ashamed, before anything else. There were no comforting gazes, sympathetic pats on my back, or consoling words—only questions. “Why?” It was on the tip…
Read MoreCan You Get Divorced for Free?
Seldom is divorce is easy. There is the emotional journey that presents its challenges and confusion. Alongside the emotional ups and downs, divorce brings a financial toll that many face for years. Even filing on your own, without a lawyer, costs money. Your fears about the financial costs of divorce may have you Googling, “Can…
Read MoreYour Domestic Partnership and Divorce
With marriage rates slowing these past years, it’s not uncommon that today, many people find themselves in domestic partnerships. One such arrangement, the domestic partnership, offers benefits similar to marriage. However, dissolving such a partnership, much like a divorce, comes with its own legal considerations. Unfortunately, these partnerships often lack comprehensive protections for assets, which…
Read More5 Common Causes of an Unhappy Marriage
You don’t suddenly realize you have an unhappy marriage; this realization happens over time. Of course, denial plays a part. It’s hard to face that the honeymoon is over and you’re unhappy with the status quo when you’ve invested time, built a life together, and maybe brought children into this world. In hindsight I can…
Read MoreWhat is Palimony & Who Gets It?
Did you know that a partner in a relationship doesn’t have to be married to receive compensation if the relationship ends? They can sue for something called ‘palimony,’ depending on which US State they live in. The media coined the term “palimony” in the 1970s during a court case between actor Lee Marvin and his…
Read MoreDivorce Mediation: The Pros and Cons for a Woman
Alternative dispute resolution such as mediation is an attractive option to litigation in virtually all aspects of life. It has become increasingly common in employment and contract disputes. Another area where mediation is becoming popular is divorce. For some, it offers a more cost-effective, quicker, and kinder process than court litigation. Mediation is a cooperative,…
Read MoreCan You Be Friends With Your Ex?
I’m not friends with my Ex. Yes, we’re civil, but there’s a line he isn’t allowed to cross, and I’m very strict about it. We have a gorgeous daughter together, and for that reason, we’ve always been respectful. When she was younger, we’d celebrate her birthday as a ‘family’, and this annual restaurant dinner would…
Read MoreWhat is a 70/30 Custody Schedule?
Divorce is hard, but dealing with a divorce and child custody can be overwhelming and emotionally triggering. Let’s face it, this isn’t about splitting your money (though that’s infuriating, too). This is about your children, their future, and your access to them now. Every parent is worried about how to co-parent and make the best…
Read MoreHow to Walk Away from an Ex
It’s happening. It doesn’t matter if you have been thinking about this, or if it was forced on you. When it comes to walking away from your Ex in the case of a divorce or breakup, the stress and fear of change come with you. They can rattle you to your bones. So many things…
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